Origin
Booneville, AR
Afternoon in Booneville on Sunday
Local time
3:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Booneville, AR to Jonesboro, AR
Drive Time
4h 36m
Distance
229.6 mi
370 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 23m
★
6 AM
4h 36m
8 AM
5h 3m
10 AM
4h 45m
12 PM
4h 43m
3 PM
4h 47m
5 PM
5h 2m
8 PM
4h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Booneville, AR
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Booneville to Jonesboro, expect a 227.3-mile journey that takes approximately 3 hours and 53 minutes to complete. Because this route is manageable within a single day, you can easily tackle it as a straightforward day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Highway 10, Highway 7, and Union Street rather than relying on major interstates. Budgeting around $35 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. This drive keeps you entirely within the Southeast region of Arkansas, offering a transition between two distinct points in the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
114.8 miles from Booneville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Since this route utilizes 0% interstate highways, you will spend your time navigating smaller roads that offer a much more intimate look at the local landscape. The journey avoids the monotony of fast-paced highway stretches, favoring a winding path that keeps the drive engaging from start to finish. Expect a consistent, technical experience as you move through Arkansas, rather than long, straight-line segments. It is the ideal choice if you prefer a hands-on driving experience over an automated interstate cruise.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 74.6 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
546 ft
200 ft
Total Climb
272 ft
Total Descent
450 ft
Highest Point
546 ft
~9.6 mi in
Elevation Range
346 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and I 40. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 50.3 miles in near AR 7 / Union Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 229.6 miles you will encounter 16 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 50.3 miles (AR 7 / Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.1 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 57.4 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
50.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
AR 7 / Union Street
Turn right onto AR 7 / Union Street
Navigation decision point
4
55.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
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US 64 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 64 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
57.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
AR 331
Turn left onto AR 331
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
57.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 84
Toward I-40
5
100.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 64 | 74.6 mi | 1h 17m |
| I 40 | 42.1 mi | 42m |
| East Main Street | 26.2 mi | 39m |
| Vilonia Bypass | 25.9 mi | 32m |
| AR 27 | 18.1 mi | 27m |
| US 78 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| West State Highway 10 | 7.9 mi | 11m |
| Southwest Drive | 7.4 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 74.6 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Booneville, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on AR 10
24 mi
·
36 min
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on AR 10
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
West State Highway 10
3
Turn left onto AR 27
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
AR 27
4
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
this road
5
Continue on AR 27
12 mi
·
16 min
·
AR 27
6
Turn sharp left onto AR 7
205 ft
·
12 sec
·
North State Highway 7
7
Continue on AR 22
374 ft
·
9 sec
·
AR 22
8
Turn right onto AR 7
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Union Street
9
Turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
10
Turn left onto AR 331
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
AR 331
Use the left lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 84
Toward I-40
12
Merge onto I 40
42 mi
·
42 min
·
I 40
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 64
14
Keep slight left at fork
212 ft
·
8 sec
15
Turn left onto US 64
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Oak Street
16
Continue on US 64
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 64
17
Continue on US 64
26 mi
·
32 min
·
Vilonia Bypass
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit onto US 64
75 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
US 64
19
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
20
Keep slight right at fork
346 ft
·
8 sec
21
Merge onto US 78; AR 226
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 78; AR 226
22
Continue on US 49; US 63; US 78
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Southwest Drive
23
Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
24
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cate Avenue
25
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Aim to leave early in the day to give yourself plenty of flexibility, as the turn-heavy nature of these roads can make progress feel slower than a typical highway drive. With only one recommended stop planned, you have the freedom to choose exactly where to pull over and stretch your legs along the way. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the trip, as you should set aside $35 to cover your total costs. Since you are navigating local roads, ensure your GPS is updated before you depart to handle the frequent transitions between Highway 10, Highway 7, and Union Street. Taking your time on the curves will make the nearly four-hour journey much more comfortable.
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 114.8 miles from Booneville, AR, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.6 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 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.8 miles or 2h 28m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jonesboro, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Booneville, 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 Booneville, AR
This is one driving day of about 229.6 miles and 4h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Booneville, 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 US 64 for about 74.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.8 mi from Booneville, AR · 2h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
115 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 114.8 miles from Booneville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 64 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.6 miles.
Arriving in Jonesboro, AR
The final approach into Jonesboro, 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 Jonesboro, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.10 one way
$70.20 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $38.50 | $77.00 |
| premium | $4.61 | $41.67 | $83.34 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $51.01 | $102.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.9 | 0 | $24.11 | $11.02 |
| Efficient EV | 57.4 | 0 | $20.09 | $9.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.8 | 1 | $32.14 | $14.69 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 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
Jonesboro, AR
Afternoon in Jonesboro on Sunday
Local time
3:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
4h 36m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Booneville, AR to Jonesboro, AR covers 229.6 miles and takes about 4h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, I 40, East Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.8 miles from Booneville, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.10 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 229.6 miles you will encounter 16 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 50.3 miles (AR 7 / Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.1 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 57.4 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Booneville, AR to Jonesboro, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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