The Texas connection
Interstate 30 runs from Fort Worth through Dallas and Texarkana to its end at I-40 in North Little Rock. In Arkansas it passes Hope, Arkadelphia, and Malvern, then picks up US-70 and US-67 and heads into Saline County. From Benton to Little Rock it widens to six lanes and carries some of the heaviest traffic in the state.
Inside Little Rock, I-30 meets I-430 at Exit 129, then the big I-440/I-530 interchange at Exit 138, then I-630 at Exit 139B before crossing the Arkansas River into North Little Rock. The river crossing and downtown interchanges were rebuilt by the 30 Crossing project, finished in late 2024, with a new 10-lane bridge.
I-30 exit reference: Malvern to I-40
Exit numbers match the mile markers. Northbound (eastbound) order.
| Exit | Destination | Notes for drivers |
|---|---|---|
| 97–99 | AR 84/171; US-270 – Malvern, Hot Springs | Love’s at Exit 97; weigh station area near Malvern |
| 106 | Old Military Road – Haskell | JJ’s Truck Stop with large truck lot |
| 111 | US-70 west – Hot Springs | US-70 joins I-30 into Little Rock |
| 114–118 | US-67/AR 229; Sevier Street; AR 5/35; Congo Road – Benton | Benton |
| 121 | Alcoa Road | Pilot Travel Center with CAT scale |
| 123–124 | AR 183 – Bryant, Bauxite; Bryant Parkway | Bryant |
| 126 | AR 111 (Alexander Road) – Alexander | |
| 128 | Mabelvale West Road / Otter Creek / Bass Pro Parkway | Love’s Travel Stop |
| 129 | I-430 north – Fort Smith | West Little Rock bypass |
| 130–135 | Baseline Road; University Avenue; Geyer Springs; 65th Street | Southwest Little Rock industrial areas |
| 138 | I-440 east / I-530 south – airport, Pine Bluff | Big interchange — US-65/167 join I-30 here |
| 139A–B | Roosevelt Road; I-630 west | Downtown Little Rock |
| 140–141 | Downtown; Broadway (US-70) – North Little Rock | Across the Arkansas River |
| 142–143 | Curtis Sykes Drive; I-40 | I-30 ends at I-40 |
Where trucks break down on I-30
- Benton to Little Rock. Six lanes of heavy traffic and not much shoulder margin. If you can reach Exit 121 or 128, do.
- The south interchange (Exit 138). Ramps to I-440 and I-530, plenty of weaving, and little room to stop safely.
- Downtown and the river bridge. Tight ramps and no real shoulder on some stretches. Call immediately and tell dispatch if you’re blocking a lane.
- Malvern to Benton. Faster rural interstate where blowouts and overheating show up on hot afternoons.
While you wait
Hazards on, triangles out, and get away from traffic. On a six-lane interstate, cars won’t always move over. Our breakdown checklist walks through the steps.
Repairs we handle most on I-30
- Emergency Roadside Assistance
- Mobile Tire Service
- Cooling System & Radiator Repair
- Air Brake Service
- Diesel Engine Diagnostics
- Jump Start & Fuel Delivery
- Fuel System Repair
- Truck A/C Repair
Cities along this route
I-30 breakdowns: FAQ
How far down I-30 do you go?
Our core area runs from Malvern (around Exit 98) through Benton and Bryant to I-40 in North Little Rock. Farther than that, call and dispatch will tell you whether a mechanic can reach you.
Where are the truck stops on I-30 near Little Rock?
Love’s near Malvern (Exit 97), JJ’s Truck Stop at Haskell (Exit 106), Pilot at Alcoa Road in Benton (Exit 121), and Love’s at Otter Creek in Little Rock (Exit 128).
Can you work on the I-30 bridge or downtown?
If the truck is somewhere a mechanic can work safely, yes. In tight spots with no shoulder, police may need to manage traffic or the truck may need to be moved first. Tell dispatch exactly where you are.
Is the 30 Crossing construction finished?
The main project through downtown and across the river was finished in late 2024. The next phase focuses on the I-30/I-40 interchange in North Little Rock.