How far is North Little Rock, AR from Osceola, AR?
The driving distance from North Little Rock, AR to Osceola, AR is about 170.8 miles (274.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144.8 miles (233.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 58m 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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Little Rock and Osceola.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Little Rock and Osceola.
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Start on North Main Street
999 ft · 24 sec · North Main Street
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Turn right onto East 19th Street
1781 ft · 41 sec · East 19th Street
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Turn left onto I-30 Frontage Road
1622 ft · 32 sec · I-30 Frontage Road
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Take the ramp slight left
1230 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Memphis
122 mi · 2 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North: Blytheville, Saint Louis
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue on Blues Highway
40.5 mi · 41 min · Blues Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 140: Osceola
1878 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto West Keiser Avenue
4.4 mi · 8 min · West Keiser Avenue
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Turn left onto South Walnut Street
2675 ft · 1 min · South Walnut Street
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Turn right onto West Semmes Avenue
35 m · 11 sec · West Semmes Avenue
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Turn left
14 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Little Rock and Osceola.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Memphis
Keep slight right to continue on Memphis
122 mi · 02h 04m
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.
Sunny leaving North Little Rock and Sunny near Osceola.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Little Rock to Osceola?
The road trip is about 170.8 miles (274.8 km) and usually takes 02h 59m 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?
Forrest City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.3 miles from North Little Rock and 85.5 miles from Osceola.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144.8 miles (233.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 26 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 12:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.84 one way or $45.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around North Little Rock and Sunny near Osceola.
Stop Ideas Near Forrest City
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 Forrest City.
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Walnut Ridge
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Little Rock and Osceola. Straight-line distance: 144.87 mi (233.15 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 Osceola
City in Mississippi County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 6,576 |
| Coordinates | 35.7050800, -89.9695300 |
| Altitude | 75 |
| Country | United States |
End: Osceola (-89.96953, 35.70508)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 275 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 07m |
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 | $22.84 | $45.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $25.68 | $51.36 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $27.89 | $55.78 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $32.65 | $65.30 |
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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