How far is Newark, AR from North Little Rock, AR?

The driving distance from Newark, AR to North Little Rock, AR is about 94.6 miles (152.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 79.5 miles (127.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 13m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
94.63 mi
01h 36m
Flight
79.49 mi
127.93 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
79.49 mi
Kilometers
127.93 km
Flight Time
00h 09m

Driving Distance

Road route
94.63 mi
Kilometers
152.3 km
Drive Time
01h 36m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 36m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in North Little Rock
Thu, Apr 23, 4:41 AM CDT
Return by in Newark
Thu, Apr 23, 6:18 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Newark
2026-04-23T03:05
Arrive North Little Rock
Thu, Apr 23, 4:41 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 36m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:37 AM to 11:37 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:16 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Newark
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Judsonia
AR

City in White County, Arkansas, United States

From Newark
50.8 mi
00h 48m
To North Little Rock
43.8 mi
00h 48m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
81°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Newark and North Little Rock.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Newark and North Little Rock.

  1. 1

    Start on North Locust Street

    1.5 mi · 3 min · North Locust Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Point Ferry Road

    12.9 mi · 19 min · Point Ferry Road

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Malcolm Avenue

    1 mi · 2 min · Malcolm Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn right onto South State Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · South State Street

  5. 5

    Turn left

    3042 ft · 52 sec

  6. 6

    Take the ramp right

    1166 ft · 29 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    82.3 mi · 1 hr 24 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    1.2 mi · 1 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward John F Kennedy Boulevard

    992 ft · 24 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto Calvary Road

    909 ft · 18 sec · Calvary Road

  11. 11

    Turn left onto John F Kennedy Boulevard

    1483 ft · 34 sec · John F Kennedy Boulevard

  12. 12

    Continue on North Main Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · North Main Street

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Newark and North Little Rock.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
13 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South State Street
84.4 mi · 89%
Point Ferry Road
12.9 mi · 14%
North Locust Street
1.47 mi · 2%
Malcolm Avenue
1 mi · 1%
North Main Street
0.71 mi · 1%
John F Kennedy Boulevard
0.47 mi
Longest Stretch

South State Street

Merge slight left

82.3 mi · 01h 24m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 36m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.1 mi
79.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Judsonia
00h 48m from Newark
Leave By
3:16 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Newark and Mostly Sunny near North Little Rock.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Newark to North Little Rock?

The road trip is about 94.6 miles (152.3 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?

Judsonia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.8 miles from Newark and 43.8 miles from North Little Rock.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 79.5 miles (127.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 3:16 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.65 one way or $25.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Newark and Mostly Sunny near North Little Rock.

Stop Ideas Near Judsonia

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Judsonia, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Judsonia.

RAIL

Little Rock Union Station

83 mi away
1400 West Markham Street
RAIL

Walnut Ridge

108 mi away
109 Southwest Front Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Newark and North Little Rock. Straight-line distance: 79.49 mi (127.93 km).

Newark

#1 Newark

City in Independece County, Arkansas, United States

Population1,193
Coordinates35.7017400, -91.4415200
Altitude89
CountryUnited States
North Little Rock

#2 North Little Rock

The most populous city in Pulaski County, Arkansas.

Population66,276
Coordinates34.7695400, -92.2670900
Altitude81
CountryUnited States
Start: North Locust Street (-91.441171, 35.701646)
End: North Main Street (-92.267166, 34.769542)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 152 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 09m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 21m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 53m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 34m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 21m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 10m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.34 gal
12.64 L · about $12.65
Round trip
$25.30
6.68 gal · 25.28 L
Estimated CO2
29.7 kg one way
Round trip: 59.4 kg / 131 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $12.65 $25.30
Mid-grade $4.26 $14.23 $28.45
Premium $4.63 $15.45 $30.90
Diesel $5.42 $18.09 $36.17

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Arkansas · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Newark and North Little Rock. The current time is 03:05:05.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.