Fayetteville, Arkansas to Little Rock: Road Trip Guide & Distance

139.1 miles 223.8 km · straight line
173.9 miles estimated 279.8 km · driving distance
3h 30min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
130° SE bearing direction

How far is Fayetteville, Arkansas from Little Rock?

The distance from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Little Rock is 139.1 miles (223.8 km) as the crow flies. Little Rock is located SE of Fayetteville, Arkansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 173.9 miles, taking about 3h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fayetteville, Arkansas and Little Rock. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Little Rock

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 30min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 12min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 20min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fayetteville, Arkansas & Little Rock

Quick Facts

Fayetteville, Arkansas
36.06°N, 94.16°W
America/Chicago
427m elevation
Little Rock
34.75°N, 92.29°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 179.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients