Little Rock to Ruston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Little Rock from Ruston?

The distance from Little Rock to Ruston is 154.9 miles (249.3 km) as the crow flies. Ruston is located S of Little Rock. By car, the driving distance is approximately 193.6 miles, taking about 3h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Little Rock in Arkansas and Ruston in Louisiana.

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. 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 Little Rock and Ruston. 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.