Origin
Camden, AR
Evening in Camden on Sunday
Local time
7:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Camden, AR to Paragould, AR
Drive Time
4h 43m
Distance
250.8 mi
404 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 30m
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6 AM
4h 43m
8 AM
5h 10m
10 AM
4h 53m
12 PM
4h 50m
3 PM
4h 54m
5 PM
5h 9m
8 PM
4h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camden, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Paragould, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Trip Overview
Spanning 250.8 miles across Arkansas, this trip from Camden to Paragould typically takes about 4 hours and 43 minutes. Because it covers a significant portion of the state, you can comfortably complete the journey in a single day. You will primarily navigate via I-57, US-167, and US-79, making it a straightforward trek through the Southeast region. Budget approximately $38 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the start and end points are both within the Southeast, you will notice a consistent regional landscape throughout your travel. It is a practical, efficient route that serves as a reliable connection between these two Arkansas cities.
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
125.4 miles from Camden, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 91% of this route consists of high-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel, punctuated by a significant 122.8-mile stretch on I-57. The drive prioritizes efficiency, moving you quickly across the landscape rather than winding through backroads. While you will encounter a mix of interstate and US highway segments, the overall character remains consistent and focused on steady progress. Prepare for a drive that favors speed and directness over technical or slow-moving transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 US 167. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.5 miles in near US 79.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 250.8 miles you will encounter 17 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 4.5 miles (US 79): Lane positioning matters here; at 86 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.7 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
4.5 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 79
Turn left onto US 79
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
86 mi into trip
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~1h 43m in
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US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North:...
7
100.7 mi into trip
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~1h 59m 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
102.3 mi into trip
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~2h 2m 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
225.2 mi into trip
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~4h 10m 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
Towns Along This Route
Between Camden, AR and Paragould, AR, road signs point toward Memphis, Saint Louis and Walnut Ridge.
Memphis
100.7 mi in
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~1h 59m
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via US 67; US 167
Saint Louis
102.3 mi in
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~2h 2m
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via I 57; US 167
Walnut Ridge
225.2 mi in
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~4h 10m
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via US 412
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 122.8 mi | 2h 7m |
| US 167 | 50.9 mi | 1h |
| US 79 | 27.4 mi | 31m |
| US 412 | 24.5 mi | 30m |
| Sheridan Bypass | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| Van Buren Street Northwest | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| US 67 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Court Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 122.8 mi, about 2h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camden, AR and Paragould, AR.
1
Start on US 278B
37 ft
·
8 sec
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West Washington Street
2
Continue on US 79B
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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West Washington Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto US 79B
301 ft
·
6 sec
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Harrison Avenue Northwest
4
Turn right onto US 79B
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Van Buren Street Northwest
5
Turn left onto US 79B
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
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US 79B
6
Turn left onto US 79
27 mi
·
31 min
·
US 79
Use the none lane.
7
Turn left onto US 167
36 mi
·
44 min
·
US 167
8
Continue on US 167
18 mi
·
20 min
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Sheridan Bypass
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 167
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
Use the none lane.
10
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
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167
28 mi
·
29 min
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I 57; US 167
Toward Saint Louis
Use the slight left lane.
12
Continue on I 57; US 64; US 167
94 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
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I 57; US 64; US 167
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 412
Toward US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
14
Turn right onto US 412
24 mi
·
28 min
·
US 412
15
Turn left onto US 49Y
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Court Street
16
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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US 49; AR 1
17
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
251 ft
·
10 sec
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West Hunt Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto North 14th Street
51 ft
·
1 sec
·
North 14th Street
19
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Hunt Street
20
Turn right onto Hayes Place
237 ft
·
15 sec
·
Hayes Place
21
Turn left onto Winchester
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Winchester
22
Arrive at destination
Winchester
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under five hours, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience without needing an overnight stay. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh during the nearly 300-mile journey. Given that the majority of your time will be spent on major highways, monitor your fuel levels before merging onto the longer interstate sections like I-57 to avoid unnecessary detours. Because the route is quite direct, your best strategy is to maintain a steady pace and utilize your single planned stop to break up the monotony of the long highway stretches.
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 125.4 miles from Camden, AR, or about 2h 26m 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.4 miles or 2h 26m 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 50m
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 Camden, 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 Camden, AR
This is one driving day of about 250.8 miles and 4h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Camden, 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 125.4 mi from Camden, AR · 2h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
125 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 125.4 miles from Camden, 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
$38.34 one way
$76.68 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
88 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $42.05 | $84.11 |
| premium | $4.61 | $45.52 | $91.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $55.72 | $111.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.2 | 0 | $26.33 | $12.04 |
| Efficient EV | 62.7 | 0 | $21.95 | $10.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 100.3 | 1 | $35.11 | $16.05 |
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% 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
7:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Haskell, AR
125 mi in
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
1 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 43m 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 Camden, AR to Paragould, AR covers 250.8 miles and takes about 4h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, US 167, US 79. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 125.4 miles from Camden, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.34 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 250.8 miles you will encounter 17 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 4.5 miles (US 79): Lane positioning matters here; at 86 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.7 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Camden, AR and Paragould, AR, road signs point toward Memphis, Saint Louis and Walnut Ridge.
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