Origin
Cedarville, AR
Evening in Cedarville on Tuesday
Local time
7:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cedarville, AR to Jonesboro, AR
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
4h 45m
Distance
258.9 mi
417 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
14 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 32m
★
6 AM
4h 45m
8 AM
5h 12m
10 AM
4h 55m
12 PM
4h 52m
3 PM
4h 56m
5 PM
5h 11m
8 PM
4h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cedarville, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Trip Overview
The drive from Cedarville, AR to Jonesboro, AR covers 258.9 miles and takes about 4h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 40, US 64, Vilonia Bypass for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 121 miles on I 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $39.10 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
129.5 miles from Cedarville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 4h 45m highway drive covering 258.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 40 and US 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 121 miles on I 40.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 121 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 64. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 8.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 258.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 8.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 129.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
8.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the ramp toward I 40 East: Little Rock
Navigation decision point
Toward I 40 East: Little Rock
5
8.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 40
Merge onto I 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
129.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 64
5
129.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
237.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 18m in
Take the exit toward AR 226: Jonesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 121 mi | 2h 1m |
| US 64 | 74.6 mi | 1h 17m |
| Vilonia Bypass | 25.9 mi | 32m |
| US 78 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| AR 59 | 8.2 mi | 16m |
| Southwest Drive | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 64 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| East Oak Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 121 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cedarville, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on AR 59
8.2 mi
·
16 min
·
AR 59
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 40 East: Little Rock
3
Merge onto I 40
121 mi
·
2 hr 1 min
·
I 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 64
5
Keep slight left at fork
212 ft
·
8 sec
6
Turn left onto US 64
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Oak Street
7
Continue on US 64
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 64
8
Continue on US 64
26 mi
·
32 min
·
Vilonia Bypass
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit onto US 64
75 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
US 64
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
11
Keep slight right at fork
346 ft
·
8 sec
12
Merge onto US 78; AR 226
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 78; AR 226
13
Continue on US 49; US 63; US 78
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Southwest Drive
14
Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
15
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cate Avenue
16
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 129.5 miles from Cedarville, AR, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 129.5 miles or 2h 18m 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 52m
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 Cedarville, 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 Cedarville, AR
This is one driving day of about 258.9 miles and 4h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cedarville, 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 40 for about 121 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 129.5 mi from Cedarville, AR · 2h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
129 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 129.5 miles from Cedarville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 121 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.
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
$39.10 one way
$78.20 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
91 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $42.92 | $85.84 |
| premium | $4.56 | $46.47 | $92.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $57.16 | $114.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
14 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Harps - Tesla Supercharger
Alma, AR
Tesla
12 DCFC
Lewis Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Conway, AR
Tesla
12 DCFC
Workman's Travel Center - Tesla Supercharger
Ozark, AR
Tesla
8 DCFC
Kum & Go - Tesla Supercharger
Jonesboro, AR
Tesla
7 DCFC
Van Buren, AR - Tesla Supercharger
Van Buren, AR
Tesla
6 DCFC
Walmart 66 (Clarksville, AR)
Clarksville, AR
Electrify America
4 DCFC
Cogswell Motors
Russellville, AR
EV Connect
4 DCFC
Smith Ford
Conway, AR
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
Tesla: 5
EV Connect: 4
Blink Network: 2
Electrify America: 1
ChargePoint Network: 1
FORD_CHARGE: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 77.7 | 0 | $27.18 | $12.43 |
| Efficient EV | 64.7 | 0 | $22.65 | $10.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 103.6 | 1 | $36.25 | $16.57 |
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
30 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
Jonesboro, AR
Evening in Jonesboro on Tuesday
Local time
7:27 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
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 45m 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 Cedarville, AR to Jonesboro, AR covers 258.9 miles and takes about 4h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, US 64, Vilonia Bypass. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 129.5 miles from Cedarville, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.10 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 258.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 8.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles (I 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 129.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Cedarville, AR to Jonesboro, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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