How far is North Little Rock, AR from Bethel Heights, AR?

The driving distance from North Little Rock, AR to Bethel Heights, AR is about 197.3 miles (317.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 28m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 144.7 miles (232.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
197.3 mi
03h 28m
Flight
144.7 mi
232.87 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
144.7 mi
Kilometers
232.87 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
197.3 mi
Kilometers
317.52 km
Drive Time
03h 28m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 28m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bethel Heights
Wed, Apr 15, 4:09 AM CDT
Return by in North Little Rock
Wed, Apr 15, 7:37 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave North Little Rock
2026-04-15T00:41
Arrive Bethel Heights
Wed, Apr 15, 4:09 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 28m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:28 AM to 11:28 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:04 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in North Little Rock
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Clarksville
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From North Little Rock
98.6 mi
01h 44m
To Bethel Heights
98.7 mi
01h 44m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph SSW
Destination
75°F
Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on North Main Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · North Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue on John F Kennedy Boulevard

    1351 ft · 32 sec · John F Kennedy Boulevard

  3. 3

    Turn left

    32 m · 8 sec

  4. 4

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    907 ft · 18 sec · North Main Street

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right

    638 ft · 15 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    140.2 mi · 2 hr 21 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville

    1977 ft · 48 sec

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    46.4 mi · 47 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on Fulbright Expressway

    2.2 mi · 3 min · Fulbright Expressway

  10. 10

    Continue on North College Avenue

    1.3 mi · 3 min · North College Avenue

  11. 11

    Continue on South Thompson Street

    4.9 mi · 9 min · South Thompson Street

  12. 12

    Continue on North Thompson Road

    1332 ft · 25 sec · North Thompson Road

  13. 13

    Turn right onto West Morris Avenue

    2523 ft · 2 min · West Morris Avenue

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Alliance Drive

    42 m · 5 sec · Alliance Drive

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Alliance Drive

Car Route Details

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

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
15 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Main Street
141 mi · 72%
I 49 North
46.7 mi · 24%
South Thompson Street
4.95 mi · 3%
Fulbright Expressway
2.15 mi · 1%
North College Avenue
1.33 mi · 1%
West Morris Avenue
0.48 mi
Longest Stretch

North Main Street

Merge slight left

140 mi · 02h 21m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 28m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+52.6 mi
144.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Clarksville
01h 44m from North Little Rock
Leave By
10:04 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving North Little Rock and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bethel Heights.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 197.3 miles (317.5 km) and usually takes 03h 28m 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?

Clarksville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 98.6 miles from North Little Rock and 98.7 miles from Bethel Heights.

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

The direct path is about 144.7 miles (232.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 52.6 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 10:04 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.36 one way or $52.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around North Little Rock and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bethel Heights.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between North Little Rock and Bethel Heights. Straight-line distance: 144.7 mi (232.87 km).

North Little Rock

#1 North Little Rock

The most populous city in Pulaski County, Arkansas.

Population66,276
Coordinates34.7695400, -92.2670900
Altitude81
CountryUnited States
Bethel Heights

#2 Bethel Heights

City in Arkansas, USA

Population2,970
Coordinates36.2142400, -94.1293700
Altitude411
CountryUnited States
Start: North Little Rock (-92.26709, 34.76954)
End: Bethel Heights (-94.12937, 36.21424)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 318 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 55m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 49m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 27m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.96 gal
26.35 L · about $26.36
Round trip
$52.72
13.92 gal · 52.7 L
Estimated CO2
61.9 kg one way
Round trip: 123.7 kg / 273 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $26.36 $52.72
Mid-grade $4.26 $29.64 $59.29
Premium $4.63 $32.19 $64.38
Diesel $5.42 $37.69 $75.38

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 15, 2026

There is no time difference between North Little Rock and Bethel Heights. The current time is 00:41:13.

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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.