Little Rock to The Colony: Road Trip Guide & Distance

287.3 miles 462.4 km · straight line
359.2 miles estimated 578 km · driving distance
7h 14min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
248° WSW bearing direction

How far is Little Rock from The Colony?

The distance from Little Rock to The Colony is 287.3 miles (462.4 km) as the crow flies. The Colony is located WSW of Little Rock. By car, the driving distance is approximately 359.2 miles, taking about 7h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Little Rock in Arkansas and The Colony in Texas.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Little Rock and The Colony. 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 Little Rock to The Colony

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 14min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 41min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 52min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Little Rock & The Colony

Quick Facts

Little Rock
34.75°N, 92.29°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
The Colony
33.09°N, 96.89°W
America/Chicago
180m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients