Origin
Forrest City, AR
Afternoon in Forrest City on Sunday
Local time
4:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forrest City, AR to Jonesboro, AR
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
75.4 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
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6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forrest City, AR
Nino Souza
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Forrest City and Jonesboro, you are in for a straightforward 75.4-mile journey across Arkansas. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 39 minutes on the road, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. Since the drive is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or an intensive itinerary. Budgeting around $10 for fuel will comfortably cover your transit between these two Southeast locations. Because this route involves local roads rather than major interstates, it offers a more grounded, steady pace for your travels.
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
37.7 miles from Forrest City, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will navigate through West Broadway Avenue, North Washington Street, and Harrisburg Road, keeping your focus engaged as you transition between these local stretches. With 0% of the route on major highways, you will experience a constant, rhythmic change in scenery and road layout. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on West Broadway Avenue, meaning you should anticipate frequent turns throughout the entire 75.4-mile trek. It is a drive that rewards attentive steering as you move through the local road network.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Broadway Avenue 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Forrest City, AR to Jonesboro, AR is easy. At 1h 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Forrest City, AR to Jonesboro, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Broadway Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Washington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Harrisburg Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Highland Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cate Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Broadway Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forrest City, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on North Division
30 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Division
2
Turn left onto West Broadway Avenue
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Broadway Avenue
3
Turn left onto North Washington Street
18 mi
·
25 min
·
North Washington Street
4
At the end of the road, turn left
0.7 mi
·
1 min
5
Continue straight
38 mi
·
56 min
6
Turn left onto Harrisburg Road
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Harrisburg Road
7
Turn left onto East Highland Drive
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
East Highland Drive
8
Turn slight right
502 ft
·
22 sec
9
Turn straight onto South Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
10
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cate Avenue
11
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a compact 1 hour and 39 minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You won't need to stress about formal rest stops, as the entire distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that since this is a local road route, travel times can vary based on local traffic patterns, so check your navigation before pulling out of the driveway. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between West Broadway Avenue, North Washington Street, and Harrisburg Road before you leave. This ensures you stay on track during the more technical, turn-heavy sections of your drive.
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 37.7 miles from Forrest City, AR, or about 49m 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 75.4 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.7 miles or 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
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 Forrest City, 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 Forrest City, AR
This is one driving day of about 75.4 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Forrest City, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.7 mi from Forrest City, AR · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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
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
$11.53 one way
$23.05 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $12.64 | $25.29 |
| premium | $4.61 | $13.68 | $27.37 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.75 | $33.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
| Efficient EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.60 | $3.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.56 | $4.83 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Jonesboro on Sunday
Local time
4:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
81°F
Bono, AR
38 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
3 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
1h 39m 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 Forrest City, AR to Jonesboro, AR covers 75.4 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Broadway Avenue, North Washington Street, Harrisburg Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.7 miles from Forrest City, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.53 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.
The drive from Forrest City, AR to Jonesboro, AR is easy. At 1h 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Forrest City, AR to Jonesboro, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Forrest City, AR to Jonesboro, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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