Little Rock to Tulsa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

230 miles 370.1 km · straight line
287.4 miles estimated 462.6 km · driving distance
5h 47min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
296° WNW bearing direction

How far is Little Rock from Tulsa?

The distance from Little Rock to Tulsa is 230 miles (370.1 km) as the crow flies. Tulsa is located WNW of Little Rock. By car, the driving distance is approximately 287.4 miles, taking about 5h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Little Rock in Arkansas and Tulsa in Oklahoma.

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 Tulsa. 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 Tulsa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 47min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 56min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 30min $34–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Little Rock & Tulsa

Quick Facts

Little Rock
34.75°N, 92.29°W
America/Chicago
102m elevation
Tulsa
36.15°N, 95.99°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients