How far is North Little Rock, AR from Eureka Springs, AR?

The driving distance from North Little Rock, AR to Eureka Springs, AR is about 196 miles (315.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 56m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 139.8 miles (225 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 52m 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
195.99 mi
03h 56m
Flight
139.78 mi
224.96 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
139.78 mi
Kilometers
224.96 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
195.99 mi
Kilometers
315.41 km
Drive Time
03h 56m

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 56m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Eureka Springs
Tue, May 5, 4:43 PM CDT
Return by in North Little Rock
Tue, May 5, 8:39 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave North Little Rock
2026-05-05T12:47
Arrive Eureka Springs
Tue, May 5, 4:43 PM CDT
Route Timing
03h 56m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:56 AM to 11:56 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
9:08 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 mi
01h 58m
To Eureka Springs
98 mi
01h 58m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Tuesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph SSW
Destination
77°F
Tuesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    117.8 mi · 1 hr 59 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward Ozark, Huntsville

    1523 ft · 39 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right

    48.8 mi · 1 hr 12 min

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Lee Street

    842 ft · 14 sec · Lee Street

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto East Main Street

    132 m · 7 sec · East Main Street

  11. 11

    Continue on North Parrott Drive

    2599 ft · 44 sec · North Parrott Drive

  12. 12

    Turn slight left

    25.7 mi · 38 min

  13. 13

    At the end of the road, turn left onto East Van Buren Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · East Van Buren Street

  14. 14

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    1 km · 1 min · South Main Street

  15. 15

    Turn right

    36 m · 11 sec

  16. 16

    Turn right onto 1st Street

    32 m · 7 sec · 1st Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street

Car Route Details

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

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
17 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Main Street
119 mi · 61%
East Van Buren Street
0.68 mi
South Main Street
0.65 mi
North Parrott Drive
0.49 mi
Ozark
0.29 mi
John F Kennedy Boulevard
0.26 mi
Longest Stretch

North Main Street

Merge slight left

118 mi · 01h 59m

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 56m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+56.2 mi
139.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Clarksville
01h 58m from North Little Rock
Leave By
9:08 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving North Little Rock and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Eureka Springs.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 196 miles (315.4 km) and usually takes 03h 56m 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 miles from North Little Rock and 98 miles from Eureka Springs.

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

The direct path is about 139.8 miles (225 km), while the road route adds roughly 56.2 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 9:08 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.21 one way or $52.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between North Little Rock and Eureka Springs. Straight-line distance: 139.78 mi (224.96 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
Eureka Springs

#2 Eureka Springs

City in Arkansas, USA

Population2,084
Coordinates36.4011800, -93.7379700
Altitude384
CountryUnited States
Start: North Little Rock (-92.26709, 34.76954)
End: Eureka Springs (-93.73797, 36.40118)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 315 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 31m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 53m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 55m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 15m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 47m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.92 gal
26.18 L · about $26.21
Round trip
$52.41
13.84 gal · 52.36 L
Estimated CO2
61.5 kg one way
Round trip: 123 kg / 271 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $26.21 $52.41
Mid-grade $4.26 $29.47 $58.94
Premium $4.63 $32.01 $64.01
Diesel $5.42 $37.47 $74.94

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 05, 2026

There is no time difference between North Little Rock and Eureka Springs. The current time is 12:47:38.

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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.