How far is North Little Rock, AR from Dover, AR?
The driving distance from North Little Rock, AR to Dover, AR is about 79.8 miles (128.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.8 miles (104.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 51m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Little Rock and Dover.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Little Rock and Dover.
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Start on North Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North Main Street
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Continue on John F Kennedy Boulevard
1351 ft · 32 sec · John F Kennedy Boulevard
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Turn left
32 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto North Main Street
907 ft · 18 sec · North Main Street
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Take the ramp slight right
638 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
71.5 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 7: East Aspen Lane
1102 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left onto East Aspen Lane
121 m · 10 sec · East Aspen Lane
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Turn right onto North Arkansas Avenue
2.7 mi · 4 min · North Arkansas Avenue
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Continue on South Market Street
4.1 mi · 6 min · South Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Little Rock and Dover.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Main Street
Merge slight left
71.5 mi · 01h 13m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving North Little Rock and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dover.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Little Rock to Dover?
The road trip is about 79.8 miles (128.5 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
Plumerville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.9 miles from North Little Rock and 40 miles from Dover.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.8 miles (104.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 3:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.68 one way or $21.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around North Little Rock and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Dover.
Stop Ideas Near Plumerville
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 Plumerville.
Little Rock Union Station
Malvern station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Little Rock and Dover. Straight-line distance: 64.82 mi (104.31 km).
#1 North Little Rock
The most populous city in Pulaski County, Arkansas.
| Population | 66,276 |
| Coordinates | 34.7695400, -92.2670900 |
| Altitude | 81 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dover
Small town in Pope County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,445 |
| Coordinates | 35.4014700, -93.1143400 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dover (-93.11434, 35.40147)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 129 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $10.68 | $21.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.01 | $24.02 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.04 | $26.08 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.27 | $30.54 |
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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