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

The driving distance from North Little Rock, AR to Manila, AR is about 159.8 miles (257.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 01m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 141.1 miles (227 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 03m 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
159.82 mi
03h 01m
Flight
141.07 mi
227.03 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
141.07 mi
Kilometers
227.03 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
159.82 mi
Kilometers
257.2 km
Drive Time
03h 01m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 01m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Manila
Thu, Apr 23, 1:04 AM CDT
Return by in North Little Rock
Thu, Apr 23, 4:06 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave North Little Rock
2026-04-22T22:02
Arrive Manila
Thu, Apr 23, 1:04 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 01m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:02 AM to 11:02 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
10:56 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
Weldon
AR

Human settlement in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States of America

From North Little Rock
79.8 mi
01h 30m
To Manila
80 mi
01h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Wednesday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S
Destination
79°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on North Main Street

    999 ft · 24 sec · North Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East 19th Street

    1781 ft · 41 sec · East 19th Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto I-30 Frontage Road

    1622 ft · 32 sec · I-30 Frontage Road

  4. 4

    Take the ramp slight left

    1230 ft · 30 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    1.1 mi · 1 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on Saint Louis

    28.4 mi · 29 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    74.3 mi · 1 hr 17 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward AR 226: Jonesboro

    2502 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight right

    105 m · 8 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    12.1 mi · 14 min

  11. 11

    Continue on Southwest Drive

    7.4 mi · 9 min · Southwest Drive

  12. 12

    Turn right onto East Highland Drive

    34.3 mi · 47 min · East Highland Drive

  13. 13

    Turn left onto West Olympia Avenue

    3057 ft · 1 min · West Olympia Avenue

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Olympia Avenue

Car Route Details

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

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
14 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Saint Louis
103 mi · 64%
East Highland Drive
34.3 mi · 21%
AR 226
12.7 mi · 8%
Southwest Drive
7.44 mi · 5%
I-30 Frontage Road
1.65 mi · 1%
West Olympia Avenue
0.58 mi
Longest Stretch

Saint Louis

Continue straight

74.3 mi · 01h 17m

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 01m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+18.7 mi
141.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Weldon
01h 30m from North Little Rock
Leave By
10:56 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving North Little Rock and Mostly Sunny near Manila.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 159.8 miles (257.2 km) and usually takes 03h 01m 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?

Weldon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.8 miles from North Little Rock and 80 miles from Manila.

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

The direct path is about 141.1 miles (227 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.7 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 10:56 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.36 one way or $42.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around North Little Rock and Mostly Sunny near Manila.

Stop Ideas Near Weldon

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Weldon, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Weldon.

RAIL

Walnut Ridge

74 mi away
109 Southwest Front Street
RAIL

Central Station

112 mi away
Central Station

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between North Little Rock and Manila. Straight-line distance: 141.07 mi (227.03 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
Manila

#2 Manila

City in Arkansas, USA

Population3,339
Coordinates35.8800700, -90.1670400
Altitude73
CountryUnited States
Start: North Little Rock (-92.26709, 34.76954)
End: Manila (-90.16704, 35.88007)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 257 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 19m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 39m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 16m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 59m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.64 gal
21.35 L · about $21.36
Round trip
$42.72
11.28 gal · 42.7 L
Estimated CO2
50.1 kg one way
Round trip: 100.2 kg / 221 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $21.36 $42.72
Mid-grade $4.26 $24.02 $48.04
Premium $4.63 $26.08 $52.17
Diesel $5.42 $30.54 $61.08

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between North Little Rock and Manila. The current time is 22:02:47.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.