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

The driving distance from North Little Rock, AR to Centerton, AR is about 213.3 miles (343.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 43m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 157.9 miles (254.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 26m 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
213.27 mi
03h 43m
Flight
157.91 mi
254.13 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
157.91 mi
Kilometers
254.13 km
Flight Time
00h 19m

Driving Distance

Road route
213.27 mi
Kilometers
343.22 km
Drive Time
03h 43m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 43m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Centerton
Sat, May 30, 3:36 AM CDT
Return by in North Little Rock
Sat, May 30, 7:19 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave North Little Rock
2026-05-29T23:53
Arrive Centerton
Sat, May 30, 3:36 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 43m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:43 AM to 11:43 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
9:34 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
Coal Hill
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From North Little Rock
106.6 mi
01h 51m
To Centerton
106.7 mi
01h 51m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Friday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Fri, May 29 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NNE
Destination
79°F
Friday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, May 29 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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 left

    17.8 mi · 19 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Bentonville, Rogers

    821 ft · 18 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on Bentonville

    747 ft · 18 sec

  12. 12

    Turn straight onto Southeast Walton Boulevard

    1.5 mi · 3 min · Southeast Walton Boulevard

  13. 13

    Continue on South Walton Boulevard

    1.5 mi · 3 min · South Walton Boulevard

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Southwest 14th Street

    2.1 mi · 3 min · Southwest 14th Street

  15. 15

    Continue on East Centerton Boulevard

    1.9 mi · 3 min · East Centerton Boulevard

  16. 16

    Turn right onto North Main Street

    150 m · 15 sec · North Main Street

  17. 17

    Turn left onto West Spring Street

    28 m · 4 sec · West Spring Street

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Spring Street

Car Route Details

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

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
18 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Main Street
141 mi · 66%
I 49 North
64.5 mi · 30%
Southwest 14th Street
2.07 mi · 1%
East Centerton Boulevard
1.93 mi · 1%
South Walton Boulevard
1.51 mi · 1%
Southeast Walton Boulevard
1.45 mi · 1%
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 43m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+55.4 mi
157.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Coal Hill
01h 51m from North Little Rock
Leave By
9:34 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

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

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 213.3 miles (343.2 km) and usually takes 03h 43m 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?

Coal Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 106.6 miles from North Little Rock and 106.7 miles from Centerton.

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

The direct path is about 157.9 miles (254.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 55.4 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 9:34 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.52 one way or $57.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between North Little Rock and Centerton. Straight-line distance: 157.91 mi (254.13 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
Centerton

#2 Centerton

City in Arkansas, USA

Population17,736
Coordinates36.3598000, -94.2852100
Altitude382
CountryUnited States
Start: North Little Rock (-92.26709, 34.76954)
End: Centerton (-94.28521, 36.3598)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 343 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 19m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 02m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 39m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.53 gal
28.49 L · about $28.52
Round trip
$57.03
15.06 gal · 56.98 L
Estimated CO2
66.9 kg one way
Round trip: 133.8 kg / 295 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $28.52 $57.03
Mid-grade $4.26 $32.07 $64.14
Premium $4.63 $34.83 $69.65
Diesel $5.42 $40.77 $81.55

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 · May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between North Little Rock and Centerton. The current time is 23:53:01.

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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.