Origin
Clarksville, AR
Night in Clarksville on Thursday
Local time
10:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarksville, AR to Paragould, AR
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
3h 41m
Distance
223.9 mi
360 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 29m
★
6 AM
3h 41m
8 AM
4h 7m
10 AM
3h 50m
12 PM
3h 48m
3 PM
3h 52m
5 PM
4h 5m
8 PM
3h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarksville, AR
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Paragould, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Clarksville, AR to Paragould, AR covers 223.9 miles and takes about 3h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Main Street, South Rogers Street, I 40 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.81 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
112 miles from Clarksville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 41m. Total distance: 223.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 41m drive with frequent turns across 223.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 41m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Clarksville, AR to Paragould, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Main Street | — | — |
| South Rogers Street | — | — |
| I 40 East | — | — |
| US 64 | — | — |
| East Oak Street | — | — |
| Highway 64 | — | — |
| Vilonia Bypass | — | — |
| US 412 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, AR and Paragould, AR.
1
Start on North College Avenue
92 ft
·
9 sec
·
North College Avenue
2
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn right onto South Rogers Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Rogers Street
4
Take the ramp left toward I 40 East
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 40 East
5
Merge slight left
68 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 64
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 64
7
Keep slight left
213 ft
·
8 sec
8
Turn left onto East Oak Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Oak Street
9
Continue on State Highway 64
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 64
10
Continue on Vilonia Bypass
26 mi
·
32 min
·
Vilonia Bypass
11
Take the exit slight left
95 mi
·
1 hr 39 min
12
Keep slight right to continue on US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
13
Turn right
24 mi
·
28 min
14
Turn left onto West Court Street
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
West Court Street
15
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
16
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
253 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Hunt Street
17
Turn left onto North 14th Street
49 ft
·
2 sec
·
North 14th Street
18
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Hunt Street
19
Turn right onto Hayes Place
236 ft
·
16 sec
·
Hayes Place
20
Turn left onto Winchester
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Winchester
21
Arrive at your 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 112 miles from Clarksville, AR, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
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 49 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112 miles or 1h 50m 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 1m
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 Clarksville, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Clarksville, AR
This is one driving day of about 223.9 miles and 3h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Clarksville, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 112 mi from Clarksville, AR · 1h 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
112 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 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 112 miles from Clarksville, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.81 one way
$67.63 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $37.12 | $74.24 |
| premium | $4.56 | $40.19 | $80.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.43 | $98.87 |
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: 78.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.2 | 0 | $23.51 | $10.75 |
| Efficient EV | 56 | 0 | $19.59 | $8.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89.6 | 1 | $31.35 | $14.33 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 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
Night in Paragould on Thursday
Local time
10:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
1 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
3h 41m 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 Clarksville, AR to Paragould, AR covers 223.9 miles and takes about 3h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Main Street, South Rogers Street, I 40 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 112 miles from Clarksville, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.81 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 is a straightforward 3h 41m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Clarksville, AR to Paragould, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Clarksville, AR to Paragould, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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