Origin
West Memphis, AR
Late night in West Memphis on Wednesday
Local time
5:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Memphis, AR to North Little Rock, AR
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 11m
Distance
125.4 mi
202 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 3m
★
6 AM
2h 12m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 18m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 19m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Memphis, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from West Memphis, AR to North Little Rock, AR covers 125.4 miles and takes about 2h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, East Broadway Boulevard, North Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 117.4 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.94 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
62.7 miles from West Memphis, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 2h 11m highway drive covering 125.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and East Broadway Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 117.4 miles on I 40.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 117.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and East Broadway Boulevard. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 70 / East Broadway Boulevard.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from West Memphis, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 2h 11m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 70 / East Broadway Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (AR 147): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 70 / East Broadway Boulevard
Turn left onto US 70 / East Broadway Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
6.1 mi into trip
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~9m in
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AR 147
Turn right onto AR 147
Navigation decision point
3
6.3 mi into trip
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~9m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
6.7 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
124.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
Take the exit toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 117.4 mi | 1h 58m |
| East Broadway Boulevard | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| North Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| John F Kennedy Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Calvary Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| AR 147 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 117.4 mi, about 1h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Memphis, AR and North Little Rock, AR.
1
Start on this road
21 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 70
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
East Broadway Boulevard
3
Turn right onto AR 147
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
AR 147
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
5
Merge onto I 40
117 mi
·
1 hr 58 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
7
Turn straight onto Calvary Road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
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Calvary Road
8
Turn left onto AR 107
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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John F Kennedy Boulevard
9
Continue on North Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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North Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 62.7 miles from West Memphis, AR, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.7 miles or 1h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Little Rock, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Memphis, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Memphis, AR
This is one driving day of about 125.4 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Memphis, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 117.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.7 mi from West Memphis, AR · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.7 miles from West Memphis, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.4 miles.
Arriving in North Little Rock, AR
The final approach into North Little Rock, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around North Little Rock, AR.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.94 one way
$37.88 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $20.79 | $41.58 |
| premium | $4.56 | $22.51 | $45.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.69 | $55.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.17 | $6.02 |
| Efficient EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.97 | $5.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.56 | $8.03 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
North Little Rock, AR
Late night in North Little Rock on Wednesday
Local time
5:07 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 11m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from West Memphis, AR to North Little Rock, AR covers 125.4 miles and takes about 2h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, East Broadway Boulevard, North Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.7 miles from West Memphis, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.94 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from West Memphis, AR to North Little Rock, AR is easy. At 2h 11m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 70 / East Broadway Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (AR 147): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from West Memphis, AR to North Little Rock, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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