How far is Huntsville, AR from Little Rock, AR?
Here are the driving distances between Huntsville, AR and Little Rock, AR:
- Taking I-40 E, the most direct highway route, it is approximately 172 miles (277 km) from Huntsville to Little Rock. This drive takes around 2 hours 45 minutes in normal traffic.
- Driving on US-412 E and US-67 S through Clinton is a slightly longer route at 178 miles (286 km). This way takes around 3 hours to drive.
- Taking more backroad routes on AR-23 S and AR-9 S adds even more distance, approximately 198 miles (319 km) and over 3 hours 30 minutes drive time.
- As the crow flies, the straight line distance between Huntsville and Little Rock is about 145 miles (233 km).
So in summary, the typical driving distance by highways between Huntsville and Little Rock is 172-178 miles, taking around 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours under normal conditions. The shortest direct distance is about 145 miles as the crow flies. Additional backroads can add 20-30 extra miles to the drive.
Fastest route
The driving distance between Huntsville, Arkansas and Little Rock, Arkansas is 173 miles (278.42 kilometers) via I-40 E. The drive time is about 3 hours and 4 minutes.
Here are the steps for the most direct route:
- Head north on Main St/US-82 E toward 3rd St.
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto 3rd St.
- Continue onto US-82 E.
- Keep left at the fork to continue on US-82 E, follow signs for Montgomery.
- Take exit 143A on the left to merge onto I-40 E toward Memphis.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on I-40 E, follow signs for Little Rock.
- Take exit 35 to merge onto AR-23 N/State Hwy 23 N toward Huntsville.
- Merge onto AR-23 N/State Hwy 23 NContinue to follow AR-23 N.
- Turn right onto S Harris St.
There are also a few other routes you can take, but they will all take longer than the I-40 E route.
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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 Huntsville and Little Rock.
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Start on West Main Street
48 m · 4 sec · West Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Main Street
1875 ft · 39 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Harris Street
20.6 mi · 30 min · South Harris Street
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Keep slight right
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Turn slight right onto 5th Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · 5th Street
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Turn left
24.5 mi · 36 min
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Take the ramp left
1643 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
117 mi · 1 hr 58 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 · 24 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 Huntsville and Little Rock.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
5th Street
Merge slight left
117 mi · 01h 58m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Huntsville and Partly Sunny near Little Rock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Huntsville to Little Rock?
The road trip is about 173 miles (278.4 km) and usually takes 03h 01m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
London is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.4 miles from Huntsville and 87.5 miles from Little Rock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.5 miles (198.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.10 one way or $46.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Huntsville and Partly Sunny near Little Rock.
Stop Ideas Near London
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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 Huntsville and Little Rock. Straight-line distance: 123.49 mi (198.74 km).
#1 Huntsville
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,599 |
| Coordinates | 36.0861900, -93.7413000 |
| Altitude | 463 |
| 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: 278 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $23.10 | $46.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $25.98 | $51.96 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $28.21 | $56.43 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $33.03 | $66.06 |
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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