Origin
Arkadelphia, AR
Evening in Arkadelphia on Sunday
Local time
7:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arkadelphia, AR to Paragould, AR
Drive Time
3h 59m
Distance
219.6 mi
353 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 46m
★
6 AM
3h 59m
8 AM
4h 25m
10 AM
4h 8m
12 PM
4h 6m
3 PM
4h 10m
5 PM
4h 24m
8 PM
3h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arkadelphia, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Paragould, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Trip Overview
Traveling from Arkadelphia to Paragould covers 219.6 miles across Arkansas, typically requiring about 3 hours and 59 minutes of driving time. Because this journey is focused on efficiency, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-30, I-57, and US-412 to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $30 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. This itinerary is an ideal choice if you prefer a straightforward, highway-focused trip that prioritizes speed and reliability over winding backroads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
109.8 miles from Arkadelphia, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient transit experience, as 97 percent of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the interstate, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 122.8 miles on I-57. The path maintains a fast, consistent pace, minimizing the need for frequent speed adjustments. While the transition between major thoroughfares keeps the drive focused, the sheer volume of highway miles means you should prepare for a steady, monotonous pace behind the wheel. It is a pragmatic route designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal complexity.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 122.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 30. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 69.5 miles in near US 67; US 167.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 219.6 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 69.5 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.1 miles (I 57; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 194 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
69.5 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
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US 67; US 167
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167 toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143B
Toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Ja...
7
71.1 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
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I 57; US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167 toward Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Saint Louis
6
194 mi into trip
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~3h 26m in
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US 412
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412 toward US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
6
219.1 mi into trip
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~3h 57m in
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West Hunt Street
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
219.4 mi into trip
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~3h 58m in
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Hayes Place
Turn right onto Hayes Place
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between Arkadelphia, AR and Paragould, AR, road signs point toward Memphis, Saint Louis and Walnut Ridge.
Memphis
69.5 mi in
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~1h 16m
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via US 67; US 167
Saint Louis
71.1 mi in
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~1h 18m
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via I 57; US 167
Walnut Ridge
194 mi in
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~3h 26m
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via US 412
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 122.8 mi | 2h 7m |
| I 30 | 64.6 mi | 1h 8m |
| US 412 | 24.5 mi | 30m |
| North 10th Street | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| US 67 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Valley Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Court Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Hunt Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 122.8 mi, about 2h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arkadelphia, AR and Paragould, AR.
1
Start on US 67; AR 7; AR 8; AR 51
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Caddo Street
2
Turn right onto US 67; AR 7; AR 8; AR 51
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
North 10th Street
3
Continue on US 67; AR 7
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Valley Street
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
5
Merge onto I 30
60 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
I 30
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
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I 30; US 67
7
Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
4.2 mi
·
5 min
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I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
US 67; US 167
Exit 143B
Toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167
28 mi
·
29 min
·
I 57; US 167
Toward Saint Louis
Use the slight left lane.
10
Continue on I 57; US 64; US 167
94 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
I 57; US 64; US 167
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 412
Toward US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
12
Turn right onto US 412
24 mi
·
28 min
·
US 412
13
Turn left onto US 49Y
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Court Street
14
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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US 49; AR 1
15
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
251 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Hunt Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto North 14th Street
51 ft
·
1 sec
·
North 14th Street
17
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Hunt Street
18
Turn right onto Hayes Place
237 ft
·
15 sec
·
Hayes Place
19
Turn left onto Winchester
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
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Winchester
20
Arrive at destination
Winchester
Trip Plan
To keep your trip on schedule, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel during the four-hour journey. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid potential traffic fluctuations on the busier interstate sections. Since you are spending nearly the entire time on highways, ensure your vehicle is prepped for sustained speeds before you depart. Consider timing your stop near the transition between I-57 and US-412 to break up the drive effectively. Keep your gas budget of $30 handy, but always monitor fuel levels during your longest stretch to ensure you maintain a comfortable buffer.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 109.8 miles from Arkadelphia, AR, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.8 miles or 1h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paragould, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arkadelphia, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arkadelphia, AR
This is one driving day of about 219.6 miles and 3h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arkadelphia, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 122.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 109.8 mi from Arkadelphia, AR · 1h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
110 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 109.8 miles from Arkadelphia, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 122.8 miles.
Arriving in Paragould, AR
The final approach into Paragould, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Paragould, AR.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.57 one way
$67.14 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
77 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $36.82 | $73.64 |
| premium | $4.61 | $39.86 | $79.71 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $48.79 | $97.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.9 | 0 | $23.06 | $10.54 |
| Efficient EV | 54.9 | 0 | $19.22 | $8.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87.8 | 1 | $30.74 | $14.05 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Paragould, AR
Evening in Paragould on Sunday
Local time
7:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Arkadelphia, AR to Paragould, AR covers 219.6 miles and takes about 3h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, I 30, US 412. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 109.8 miles from Arkadelphia, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 219.6 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 69.5 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.1 miles (I 57; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 194 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Arkadelphia, AR and Paragould, AR, road signs point toward Memphis, Saint Louis and Walnut Ridge.
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