How far is North Little Rock, AR from Pottsville, AR?
The driving distance from North Little Rock, AR to Pottsville, AR is about 67.2 miles (108.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.2 miles (88.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 22m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 11m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Conway County, Arkansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Little Rock and Pottsville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Little Rock and Pottsville.
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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
64.3 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 247: Pottsville
1296 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left
939 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right
1.2 km · 2 min
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Turn left
1088 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on River Road
933 ft · 26 sec · River Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · River Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Little Rock and Pottsville.
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
64.3 mi · 01h 05m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Little Rock to Pottsville?
The road trip is about 67.2 miles (108.1 km) and usually takes 01h 11m 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?
Menifee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.6 miles from North Little Rock and 33.6 miles from Pottsville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.2 miles (88.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 4:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.98 one way or $17.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around North Little Rock and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pottsville.
Stop Ideas Near Menifee
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 Menifee.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Little Rock and Pottsville. Straight-line distance: 55.25 mi (88.91 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 Pottsville
City in Pope County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 3,361 |
| Coordinates | 35.2481400, -93.0490600 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pottsville (-93.04906, 35.24814)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 108 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
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 | $8.98 | $17.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.09 | $20.19 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.96 | $21.92 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.83 | $25.67 |
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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