How far is Bull Shoals, AR from Little Rock, AR?
The driving distance from Bull Shoals, AR to Little Rock, AR is about 146.6 miles (236 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.3 miles (184 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 48m 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 54m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bull Shoals and Little Rock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bull Shoals and Little Rock.
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Start on Broadway Avenue
11 m · 4 sec · Broadway Avenue
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Turn right onto Central Boulevard
10 mi · 18 min · Central Boulevard
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Turn right
4.9 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto State Highway 14
23.5 mi · 41 min · State Highway 14
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Turn straight
10.6 mi · 19 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
64.4 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Take the exit left
26.8 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 365
911 ft · 22 sec
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Turn straight onto Mac Arthur Drive
2043 ft · 37 sec · Mac Arthur Drive
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Continue on Pike Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · Pike Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward West Broadway Street
88 m · 5 sec · West Broadway Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West Broadway Street
2262 ft · 49 sec · West Broadway Street
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Turn right onto Broadway Bridge
2506 ft · 42 sec · Broadway Bridge
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Continue on Broadway Street
1089 ft · 30 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West 3rd Street
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Turn left onto State Capitol
96 m · 14 sec · State Capitol
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Continue on State Capitol
134 m · 20 sec · State Capitol
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Continue on State Capitol
126 m · 26 sec · State Capitol
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Turn sharp left
79 m · 19 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bull Shoals and Little Rock.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
64.4 mi · 01h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bull Shoals and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Little Rock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bull Shoals to Little Rock?
The road trip is about 146.6 miles (236 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?
Clinton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.3 miles from Bull Shoals and 74.4 miles from Little Rock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.3 miles (184 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.3 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 12:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.62 one way or $39.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bull Shoals and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Little Rock.
Stop Ideas Near Clinton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Clinton.
Little Rock Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bull Shoals and Little Rock. Straight-line distance: 114.32 mi (183.98 km).
#1 Bull Shoals
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,952 |
| Coordinates | 36.3839600, -92.5815500 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Little Rock
The capital of Arkansas.
| Population | 197,866 |
| Coordinates | 34.7464800, -92.2895900 |
| Altitude | 102 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-92.289581, 34.74648)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 236 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $19.62 | $39.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $22.06 | $44.12 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.96 | $47.92 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $28.05 | $56.10 |
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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