How far is Newport, AR from North Little Rock, AR?
The driving distance from Newport, AR to North Little Rock, AR is about 87 miles (140 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80.2 miles (129 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in White County, Arkansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Newport and North Little Rock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport and North Little Rock.
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Start on 3rd Street
994 ft · 20 sec · 3rd Street
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Continue on Malcolm Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Malcolm Avenue
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Turn right onto South State Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South State Street
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Turn left
3042 ft · 52 sec
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Take the ramp right
1166 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
82.3 mi · 1 hr 24 min
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 1 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 Newport 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.
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.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Newport and 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 Newport to North Little Rock?
The road trip is about 87 miles (140 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Higginson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.7 miles from Newport and 43.2 miles from North Little Rock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80.2 miles (129 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 3:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.63 one way or $23.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Newport and Showers And Thunderstorms near North Little Rock.
Stop Ideas Near Higginson
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 Higginson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Newport and North Little Rock. Straight-line distance: 80.16 mi (129.01 km).
#1 Newport
Newport is a place in Arkansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 35.6048000, -91.2818000 |
| Altitude | 68 |
| 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: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $11.63 | $23.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.08 | $26.15 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.20 | $28.40 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $16.62 | $33.25 |
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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