How far is Barling, AR from North Little Rock, AR?
The driving distance from Barling, AR to North Little Rock, AR is about 158.4 miles (255 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.4 miles (195.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 20m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Pope County, Arkansas, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barling and North Little Rock.
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Start on Fort Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · Fort Street
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Continue on Rogers Avenue
2.7 mi · 4 min · Rogers Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 540 North, US 71 North
1449 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
7.6 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
145.4 mi · 2 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right
980 ft · 23 sec
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Turn slight right
28 m · 4 sec
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Turn slight right onto North Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Barling and North Little Rock.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 East
Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East: Little Rock, Memphis
145 mi · 02h 26m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Barling and Mostly Cloudy near North Little Rock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Barling to North Little Rock?
The road trip is about 158.4 miles (255 km) and usually takes 02h 20m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
London is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.2 miles from Barling and 79.3 miles from North Little Rock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.4 miles (195.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 37 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.17 one way or $42.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Barling and Mostly Cloudy near North Little Rock.
Stop Ideas Near London
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Barling and North Little Rock. Straight-line distance: 121.32 mi (195.25 km).
#1 Barling
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 5,064 |
| Coordinates | 35.3256500, -94.3016000 |
| Altitude | 148 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Little Rock
The most populous city in Pulaski County, Arkansas.
| Population | 66,276 |
| Coordinates | 34.7695400, -92.2670900 |
| Altitude | 81 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-92.267166, 34.769542)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 255 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $21.17 | $42.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.81 | $47.62 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.85 | $51.71 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.27 | $60.54 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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