Origin
Dardanelle, AR
Evening in Dardanelle on Sunday
Local time
6:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dardanelle, AR to Jonesboro, AR
Drive Time
3h 19m
Distance
178.9 mi
288 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 8m
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6 AM
3h 20m
8 AM
3h 44m
10 AM
3h 28m
12 PM
3h 26m
3 PM
3h 29m
5 PM
3h 42m
8 PM
3h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dardanelle, AR
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Trip Overview
Connecting Dardanelle to Jonesboro, this 176.7-mile journey takes you through the heart of Arkansas over approximately 2 hours and 53 minutes. You will primarily utilize East Main Street, AR 331, and I-40 to navigate between these two Southeast locations. Given the duration, this trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stop. Budgeting around $27 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. While the route is straightforward, it is best approached as a practical transit between regions rather than a leisurely sightseeing tour.
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
89.5 miles from Dardanelle, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this path relies on local roads rather than high-speed highway stretches. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a more involved driving experience as you navigate the winding turns inherent to these local routes. The personality of this drive shifts as you transition off the main streets and onto regional connectors, making it feel less like a sprint and more like a steady, deliberate trek across the state landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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
456 ft
219 ft
Total Climb
431 ft
Total Descent
438 ft
Highest Point
456 ft
~14.9 mi in
Elevation Range
237 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 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in near US 64 / East Main Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 178.9 miles you will encounter 13 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 4.4 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.7 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4.4 mi into trip
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~5m in
|
US 64 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 64 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
6.7 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
AR 331
Turn left onto AR 331
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 84
Toward I-40
4
49.3 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 64
5
49.6 mi into trip
|
~52m 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 |
| Vilonia Bypass | 25.9 mi | 32m |
| US 78 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| Southwest Drive | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 64 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Union Street | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 74.6 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dardanelle, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on AR 7
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Union Street
2
Turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
3
Turn left onto AR 331
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
AR 331
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 84
Toward I-40
5
Merge onto I 40
42 mi
·
42 min
·
I 40
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 64
7
Keep slight left at fork
212 ft
·
8 sec
8
Turn left onto US 64
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Oak Street
9
Continue on US 64
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 64
10
Continue on US 64
26 mi
·
32 min
·
Vilonia Bypass
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit onto US 64
75 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
US 64
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
13
Keep slight right at fork
346 ft
·
8 sec
14
Merge onto US 78; AR 226
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 78; AR 226
15
Continue on US 49; US 63; US 78
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Southwest Drive
16
Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
17
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cate Avenue
18
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-three-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With only one recommended stop, you can easily pace your drive to avoid fatigue, though keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route may make the drive feel slightly longer than the clock suggests. Aim to leave during daylight hours to ensure better visibility on the local roads that make up the bulk of your journey. A smart strategy is to check your fuel levels before leaving Dardanelle, as local roads can offer fewer immediate refueling options compared to major interstate corridors.
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 89.5 miles from Dardanelle, AR, or about 1h 42m 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.5 miles or 1h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 41m
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 Dardanelle, 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 Dardanelle, AR
This is one driving day of about 178.9 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dardanelle, 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 89.5 mi from Dardanelle, AR · 1h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 89.5 miles from Dardanelle, 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
$27.35 one way
$54.70 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $30.00 | $59.99 |
| premium | $4.61 | $32.47 | $64.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $39.75 | $79.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.7 | 0 | $18.78 | $8.59 |
| Efficient EV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.65 | $7.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.6 | 0 | $25.05 | $11.45 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (67% 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
Jonesboro, AR
Evening in Jonesboro on Sunday
Local time
6:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Haskell, AR
89 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
4 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 19m 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 Dardanelle, AR to Jonesboro, AR covers 178.9 miles and takes about 3h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 64, I 40, 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 89.5 miles from Dardanelle, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.35 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 178.9 miles you will encounter 13 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 4.4 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.7 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
The route from Dardanelle, AR to Jonesboro, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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