How far is North Little Rock, AR from Green Forest, AR?

The driving distance from North Little Rock, AR to Green Forest, AR is about 156.6 miles (252.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 35m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 126.6 miles (203.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 10m 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
156.67 mi
03h 35m
Flight
126.57 mi
203.7 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
126.57 mi
Kilometers
203.7 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
156.67 mi
Kilometers
252.13 km
Drive Time
03h 35m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 35m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Green Forest
Tue, May 26, 1:12 PM CDT
Return by in North Little Rock
Tue, May 26, 4:47 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave North Little Rock
2026-05-26T09:36
Arrive Green Forest
Tue, May 26, 1:12 PM CDT
Route Timing
03h 35m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:35 AM to 11:35 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
9:50 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
Leslie
AR

City in Arkansas, USA

From North Little Rock
78.4 mi
01h 47m
To Green Forest
78.3 mi
01h 47m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Tuesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 26 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSE
Destination
76°F
Tuesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Tue, May 26 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph E

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    27.2 mi · 28 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward US 65 North, US 65B South

    2043 ft · 50 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Skyline Drive

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Skyline Drive

  9. 9

    Continue on US Highway 65

    3.2 mi · 4 min · US Highway 65

  10. 10

    Continue on South Broadview Street

    11.8 mi · 17 min · South Broadview Street

  11. 11

    Continue on US Highway 65

    1.5 mi · 2 min · US Highway 65

  12. 12

    Continue on North Broadview Street

    1.2 km · 56 sec · North Broadview Street

  13. 13

    Continue on South Broadway

    1.1 mi · 2 min · South Broadway

  14. 14

    Continue on US Highway 65

    18.4 mi · 26 min · US Highway 65

  15. 15

    Continue straight

    26.5 mi · 37 min

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    35.6 mi · 51 min

  17. 17

    Continue straight

    7.1 mi · 12 min

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right

    5 mi · 8 min

  19. 19

    Take the exit slight right

    6.1 mi · 9 min

  20. 20

    Continue straight

    2.9 mi · 5 min

  21. 21

    Continue straight

    6.6 mi · 10 min

  22. 22

    Turn left onto South Springfield Avenue

    6 m · 1 sec · South Springfield Avenue

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Springfield Avenue

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
23 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 65
113 mi · 72%
North Main Street
28.1 mi · 18%
South Broadview Street
11.8 mi · 8%
Skyline Drive
1.26 mi · 1%
South Broadway
1.14 mi · 1%
North Broadview Street
0.75 mi
Longest Stretch

US Highway 65

Continue straight

35.6 mi · 00h 51m

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 35m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30 mi
126.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Leslie
01h 47m from North Little Rock
Leave By
9:50 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving North Little Rock and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Green Forest.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 156.6 miles (252.1 km) and usually takes 03h 35m 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?

Leslie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.4 miles from North Little Rock and 78.3 miles from Green Forest.

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

The direct path is about 126.6 miles (203.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 30 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 9:50 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.94 one way or $41.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.1 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 then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Green Forest.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between North Little Rock and Green Forest. Straight-line distance: 126.57 mi (203.7 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
Green Forest

#2 Green Forest

City in Arkansas, United States

Population2,934
Coordinates36.3353500, -93.4360200
Altitude408
CountryUnited States
Start: North Little Rock (-92.26709, 34.76954)
End: Green Forest (-93.43602, 36.33535)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 252 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 55m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 07m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 36m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 57m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.53 gal
20.93 L · about $20.94
Round trip
$41.88
11.06 gal · 41.86 L
Estimated CO2
49.1 kg one way
Round trip: 98.3 kg / 217 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $20.94 $41.88
Mid-grade $4.26 $23.55 $47.10
Premium $4.63 $25.58 $51.15
Diesel $5.42 $29.94 $59.89

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 26, 2026

There is no time difference between North Little Rock and Green Forest. The current time is 09:36:41.

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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.