How far is West Fork, AR from North Little Rock, AR?
The driving distance from West Fork, AR to North Little Rock, AR is about 175.4 miles (282.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134.5 miles (216.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 18m 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 02h 39m.
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Fork and North Little Rock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Fork and North Little Rock.
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Start on South Campbell Avenue
22 m · 8 sec · South Campbell Avenue
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Turn left onto West Main Street
93 m · 8 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto McKnight Avenue
599 ft · 12 sec · McKnight Avenue
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Continue on Phillips Street
1 km · 1 min · Phillips Street
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Take the ramp left
1575 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left
32.7 mi · 33 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
3167 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
140 mi · 2 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right
980 ft · 23 sec
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Turn slight right
28 m · 4 sec
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Turn slight right onto North Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Fork and North Little Rock.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 40 East
Merge slight left
140 mi · 02h 21m
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 West Fork and Sunny near North Little Rock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Fork to North Little Rock?
The road trip is about 175.4 miles (282.3 km) and usually takes 02h 39m 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?
Lamar is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.6 miles from West Fork and 87.8 miles from North Little Rock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134.5 miles (216.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.9 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 1:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.44 one way or $46.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Fork and Sunny near North Little Rock.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Fork and North Little Rock. Straight-line distance: 134.5 mi (216.46 km).
#1 West Fork
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,623 |
| Coordinates | 35.9242500, -94.1885400 |
| Altitude | 409 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Little Rock
The most populous city in Pulaski County, Arkansas.
| Population | 66,276 |
| Coordinates | 34.7695400, -92.2670900 |
| Altitude | 81 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-92.267166, 34.769542)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 282 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $23.44 | $46.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $26.36 | $52.73 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $28.63 | $57.26 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $33.52 | $67.04 |
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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