Jonesboro, AR to Danville, AR is 199.1 miles and takes about 3h 50m via I 57 and I 40, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily stays within Arkansas, transitioning from the Southeast region of the state to another part of the Southeast. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that's well-suited for a single day. Given its relatively short duration, you'll find ample opportunity for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
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
99.5 miles from Jonesboro, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
74.5 mi
1h 16m
I 40
42 mi
42m
US 64
33 mi
42m
US 78
12.5 mi
14m
Quay Street
12.3 mi
17m
Southwest Drive
7.4 mi
8m
AR 27
5.9 mi
10m
South Arkansas Avenue
4.9 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 74.5 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro, AR and Danville, AR.
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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·8 min·Southwest Drive
7
Continue on US 78; AR 226
13 mi·14 min·US 78; AR 226
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
9
Merge onto I 57
75 mi·1 hr 16 min·I 57
10
Take the exit onto US 64
0.4 mi·49 sec·US 64
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 64
33 mi·41 min·US 64
Toward US 64 West: Conway
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
13
Merge onto I 40; US 65
42 mi·42 min·I 40; US 65
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Exit 84Toward AR 331, US 64
15
Turn left onto AR 331
0.4 mi·46 sec·AR 331
16
At end of road, turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi·3 min·East Main Street
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto AR 7
4.9 mi·5 min·South Arkansas Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
At end of road, turn left onto AR 7
424 ft·13 sec·North State Highway 7
19
Turn right onto AR 27
12 mi·17 min·Quay Street
20
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·23 sec·this road
21
Continue on AR 27
5.9 mi·10 min·AR 27
22
At end of road, turn left onto AR 10; AR 27
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
23
Arrive at destination
AR 27
Trip Plan
For this one-day journey, leaving in the morning is your best bet, allowing you to arrive in Danville with plenty of daylight. Since the drive is under four hours, you'll likely only need one planned stop for fuel or a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 74.5 miles on I 57, as services can sometimes be spaced out on interstates. With only one recommended stop, you have the flexibility to decide when and where to pull over based on your needs.
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 99.5 miles from Jonesboro, AR, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.5 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 44 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.5 miles or 1h 48m 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 Danville, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jonesboro, 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 Jonesboro, AR
This is one driving day of about 199.1 miles and 3h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Jonesboro, 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 57 for about 74.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 21.5 and 174.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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21.5 mi into trip|~26m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
96.4 mi into trip|~1h 44m in|US 64
Take the exit onto US 64 toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe,...
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171.9 mi into trip|~3h 9m in
Take the exit toward AR 331, US 64
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 84
Toward AR 331, US 64
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172.6 mi into trip|~3h 11m in|US 64 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 64 / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
174.9 mi into trip|~3h 15m in|AR 7 / South Arkansas Avenue
Turn left onto AR 7 / South Arkansas Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.07 one way
$60.14 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg70 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$33.01
$66.02
premium
$4.56
$35.74
$71.47
diesel
$5.61
$43.96
$87.92
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
59.7
0
$20.91
$9.56
Efficient EV
49.8
0
$17.42
$7.96
EV Truck/SUV
79.6
0
$27.87
$12.74
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Jonesboro, AR
Afternoon
in Jonesboro on Saturday
Local time
2:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Danville, AR
Afternoon
in Danville on Saturday
Local time
2:25 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 50m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 85% of it utilizing major interstates. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 57 and I 40, offering a consistent and efficient travel experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is approximately 74.5 miles on I 57. Expect smooth sailing for the majority of the journey, characterized by swift progress and minimal delays as you navigate these primary arteries.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.5 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 40. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 21.5 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 199.1 miles you will encounter 16 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 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 96.4 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 171.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jonesboro, AR to Danville, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Conway along the way.
Conway
96.4 mi in|~1h 44m|via US 64
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 50m. Total distance: 199.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.5 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 96.4 miles (US 64): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 171.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Danville, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
