How far is Hughes, AR from North Little Rock, AR?
The driving distance from Hughes, AR to North Little Rock, AR is about 113.4 miles (182.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.5 miles (165 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 42m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Monroe County, Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hughes and North Little Rock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hughes and North Little Rock.
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Start on Jeff Davis Street
38 m · 7 sec · Jeff Davis Street
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Turn right onto Cowan Street North
102 m · 15 sec · Cowan Street North
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Turn right onto Main Street
11.9 mi · 21 min · Main Street
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Turn left
4.2 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto North Jefferson Street
2.5 mi · 4 min · North Jefferson Street
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Take the ramp left
2178 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
93.4 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward John F Kennedy Boulevard
992 ft · 24 sec
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Turn straight onto Calvary Road
909 ft · 18 sec · Calvary Road
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Turn left onto John F Kennedy Boulevard
1483 ft · 34 sec · John F Kennedy Boulevard
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Continue on 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 Hughes 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.
North Jefferson Street
Merge slight left
93.4 mi · 01h 35m
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 then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Hughes and Slight Chance T-storms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near North Little Rock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hughes to North Little Rock?
The road trip is about 113.4 miles (182.5 km) and usually takes 01h 51m 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?
Brinkley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.8 miles from Hughes and 56.7 miles from North Little Rock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.5 miles (165 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 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 2:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.15 one way or $30.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Hughes and Slight Chance T-storms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near North Little Rock.
Stop Ideas Near Brinkley
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Little Rock Union Station
Central Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hughes and North Little Rock. Straight-line distance: 102.56 mi (165.05 km).
#1 Hughes
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,200 |
| Coordinates | 34.9492600, -90.4714900 |
| Altitude | 63 |
| 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: 183 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $15.15 | $30.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.04 | $34.07 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.50 | $37.00 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.66 | $43.32 |
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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