Origin
Cabot, AR
Evening in Cabot on Sunday
Local time
5:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cabot, AR to Jacksonville, AR
Drive Time
15m
Distance
10.8 mi
17 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cabot, AR
Nascimento Jr.
Jacksonville, AR
Mike Jones
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit between Cabot and Jacksonville, Arkansas, you are looking at a straightforward 10.8-mile journey. Expect to spend about 15 minutes behind the wheel for this efficient trip within the Southeast region. Since the route is so brief, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. Budgeting roughly $2 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for this stint. Because both cities are located within the same state, you will enjoy a seamless transition without any complex regional shifts to navigate. It is a practical, no-fuss connection that gets you from point A to point B with minimal effort.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
5.4 miles from Cabot, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is primarily a highway-focused experience, with 63% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating I-57, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 6.8 miles. As you transition off the interstate, the route shifts into local travel using North 1st Street and West Main Street. The personality of this drive is functional and direct, lacking the complexities of winding backroads or technical terrain. You can expect a steady, predictable pace as you move between these two Arkansas hubs.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 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 6.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and North 1st Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (AR 367 / North 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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AR 367 / North 2nd Street
Turn right onto AR 367 / North 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Main Street
Turn left onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
8.6 mi into trip
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~10m in
Take the exit toward Air Force Base
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Air Force Base
4
9 mi into trip
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~11m in
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John Harden Drive
At end of road, turn left onto John Harden Drive
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Cabot, AR to Jacksonville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Air Force Base along the way.
Air Force Base
8.6 mi in
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~10m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 6.8 mi | 6m |
| North 1st Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| John Harden Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North First Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North 2nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 6.8 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cabot, AR and Jacksonville, AR.
1
Start on this road
136 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
57 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn right onto AR 367
274 ft
·
12 sec
·
North 2nd Street
4
Turn left onto West Main Street
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
6
Merge onto I 57; US 167
6.8 mi
·
6 min
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I 57; US 167
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward Air Force Base
8
At end of road, turn left onto John Harden Drive
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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John Harden Drive
9
Turn left onto AR 161
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
North First Street
10
Turn straight onto AR 161
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North 1st Street
11
Arrive at destination
AR 161
Trip Plan
Because this is a very short 15-minute commute, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning formal rest breaks or multi-stop itineraries, as the distance is short enough to drive straight through without fatigue. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before setting out, though a $2 gas budget is quite modest for such a short haul. Since you will be utilizing both I-57 and local city streets, be prepared for the transition from higher-speed highway driving to the slower pace of West Main Street. Staying alert during this transition ensures a smooth arrival at your destination.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 5.4 miles from Cabot, AR, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.8 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 10.8 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.4 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jacksonville, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cabot, 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 Cabot, AR
This is one driving day of about 10.8 miles and 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cabot, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 6.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.4 mi from Cabot, AR · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 10.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.4 miles from Cabot, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jacksonville, AR
The final approach into Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, 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
$1.65 one way
$3.30 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $1.81 | $3.62 |
| premium | $4.61 | $1.96 | $3.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.40 | $4.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.13 | $0.52 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Jacksonville, AR
Evening in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
5:06 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
15m 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 Cabot, AR to Jacksonville, AR covers 10.8 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, North 1st Street, West 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 5.4 miles from Cabot, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.65 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (AR 367 / North 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Main Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Cabot, AR to Jacksonville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Air Force Base along the way.
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