Little Rock to Topeka: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Little Rock from Topeka?

The distance from Little Rock to Topeka is 351.2 miles (565.2 km) as the crow flies. Topeka is located NNW of Little Rock. By car, the driving distance is approximately 421.4 miles, taking about 8h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Little Rock in Arkansas and Topeka in Kansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Topeka. 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.