Origin
Jonesboro, AR
Night in Jonesboro on Thursday
Local time
9:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jonesboro, AR to Brinkley, AR
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
75.1 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brinkley, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Jonesboro, AR to Brinkley, AR covers 75.1 miles and takes about 1h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 49, Southwest Drive, South Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 66.1 miles on US 49. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.34 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.
Midpoint
37.5 miles from Jonesboro, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 75.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 51m highway drive covering 75.1 miles, with most of the trip on US 49 and Southwest Drive. The longest continuous stretch is about 66.1 miles on US 49.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 66.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and Southwest Drive. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Cate Avenue.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jonesboro, AR to Brinkley, AR is easy. At 1h 51m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Cate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (West Oak Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Cate Avenue
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Union Street
Turn left onto Union Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West Oak Avenue
Turn left onto West Oak Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
9 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 49; US 63
Turn left onto US 49; US 63
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 66.1 mi | 1h 39m |
| Southwest Drive | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| South Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Union Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Cate Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Oak Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 66.1 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro, AR and Brinkley, AR.
1
Start on this road
75 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
458 ft
·
25 sec
·
Cate Avenue
3
Turn left onto Union Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Street
4
Turn left onto West Oak Avenue
257 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Oak Avenue
5
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
6
Continue on AR 18
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Southwest Drive
7
Turn left onto US 49; US 63
39 mi
·
57 min
·
US 49; US 63
8
Continue on US 49; US 63; US 64
178 ft
·
7 sec
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US 49; US 63; US 64
9
Continue on US 49; US 63
27 mi
·
41 min
·
US 49; US 63
10
Arrive at destination
US 49; AR 17
Trip Plan
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 37.5 miles from Jonesboro, AR, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.1 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 17 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.5 miles or 54m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brinkley, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Jonesboro, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jonesboro, AR
This is one driving day of about 75.1 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Jonesboro, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 49 for about 66.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.5 mi from Jonesboro, AR · 54m 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.5 miles from Jonesboro, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 49 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.1 miles.
Arriving in Brinkley, AR
The final approach into Brinkley, AR usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.34 one way
$22.68 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $12.45 | $24.90 |
| premium | $4.56 | $13.48 | $26.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.58 | $33.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.89 | $3.60 |
| Efficient EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30 | 0 | $10.51 | $4.81 |
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
Brinkley, AR
Night in Brinkley on Thursday
Local time
9:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°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
2 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
1h 51m 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 Jonesboro, AR to Brinkley, AR covers 75.1 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 49, Southwest Drive, South Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.5 miles from Jonesboro, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.34 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 Jonesboro, AR to Brinkley, AR is easy. At 1h 51m with 88% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Cate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (West Oak Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Jonesboro, AR to Brinkley, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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