How far is Clinton, AR from North Little Rock, AR?
The driving distance from Clinton, AR to North Little Rock, AR is about 66.2 miles (106.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.8 miles (93.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 24m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Faulkner County, Arkansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clinton and North Little Rock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton and North Little Rock.
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Start on Yellowjacket Lane
715 ft · 22 sec · Yellowjacket Lane
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Turn right
2060 ft · 42 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 65
17.3 mi · 24 min · US Highway 65
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Continue on South Broadway
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Broadway
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Continue on Broadview Street
1.2 km · 56 sec · Broadview Street
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Continue on US Highway 65
1.5 mi · 2 min · US Highway 65
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Continue on North Broadview Street
11.8 mi · 17 min · North Broadview Street
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Continue on US Highway 65
3.2 mi · 4 min · US Highway 65
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Continue on Skyline Drive
1.4 mi · 2 min · Skyline Drive
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Take the exit left
27.6 mi · 29 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 Clinton and North 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.
Skyline Drive
Take the exit left
27.6 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Clinton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Little Rock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clinton to North Little Rock?
The road trip is about 66.2 miles (106.5 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Wooster is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.1 miles from Clinton and 33.1 miles from North Little Rock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.8 miles (93.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.4 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 4:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.86 one way or $17.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Clinton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near North Little Rock.
Stop Ideas Near Wooster
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 Wooster.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clinton and North Little Rock. Straight-line distance: 57.83 mi (93.07 km).
#1 Clinton
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 2,506 |
| Coordinates | 35.5914700, -92.4604400 |
| Altitude | 172 |
| 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: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $8.86 | $17.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.97 | $19.93 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.82 | $21.65 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.67 | $25.34 |
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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