Origin
Jonesboro, AR
Late night in Jonesboro on Wednesday
Local time
5:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jonesboro, AR to De Queen, AR
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
5h 32m
Distance
271.4 mi
437 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 19m
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6 AM
5h 33m
8 AM
5h 59m
10 AM
5h 42m
12 PM
5h 39m
3 PM
5h 43m
5 PM
5h 58m
8 PM
5h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
De Queen, AR
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Trip Overview
Embarking from Jonesboro, Arkansas, to De Queen, Arkansas, this 271.4-mile journey will take approximately 5 hours and 32 minutes of pure driving time. Primarily utilizing I-57 and I-30, with a significant portion on US-70, this route is efficiently designed for speed, making it a feasible one-day trip. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $41, which is quite reasonable for the distance covered. You'll be traversing through the Southeast region of Arkansas for the entirety of your travel. Given the focused highway profile, this trip is best suited for those who want to cover ground effectively.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
135.7 miles from Jonesboro, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive leans heavily towards a highway-focused experience, with 94% of the route being on interstates and major highways. Expect long stretches of consistent travel, including an uninterrupted segment of 102.7 miles on I-57. While the majority of the drive will be on high-speed roads, there might be brief transitions onto US-70 that offer a slight variation in pace. Overall, the character is one of steady progress, minimizing complex navigation and maximizing forward momentum.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 102.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 70. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Cate Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 271.4 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: near the start (Cate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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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
5
21.5 mi into trip
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~26m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
125.5 mi into trip
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~2h 14m in
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US 167
Take the exit onto US 167 toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US...
8
130.4 mi into trip
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~2h 21m in
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I 30; US 67
Keep slight right at fork onto I 30; US 67 toward Texarkana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 138
Toward Texarkana
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 De Queen, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Texarkana along the way.
Texarkana
130.4 mi in
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~2h 21m
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via I 30; US 67
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 102.7 mi | 1h 45m |
| US 70 | 99.1 mi | 2h 19m |
| I 30 | 27 mi | 29m |
| US 78 | 12.5 mi | 14m |
| US 59 | 8.7 mi | 12m |
| Southwest Drive | 7.4 mi | 8m |
| Airport Road | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| US 167 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 102.7 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro, AR and De Queen, AR.
1
Start on this road
75 ft
·
7 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
458 ft
·
25 sec
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Cate Avenue
3
Turn left onto Union Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Union Street
4
Turn left onto West Oak Avenue
257 ft
·
9 sec
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West Oak Avenue
5
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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South Main Street
6
Continue on AR 18
7.4 mi
·
8 min
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Southwest Drive
7
Continue on US 78; AR 226
13 mi
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14 min
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US 78; AR 226
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
9
Merge onto I 57
103 mi
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1 hr 45 min
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I 57
10
Merge onto I 40; US 167
0.9 mi
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1 min
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I 40; US 167
11
Take the exit onto US 167
4.9 mi
·
6 min
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US 167
Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 30; US 67
24 mi
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26 min
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I 30; US 67
Exit 138
Toward Texarkana
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 30; US 70
2.9 mi
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3 min
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I 30; US 70
14
Take the exit onto US 70
19 mi
·
22 min
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US 70
Toward US-70 West: Hot Springs
15
Take the exit onto US 70
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
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US 70
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70
11 mi
·
11 min
·
US 70
17
Take the exit onto US 70
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 70
18
Turn left onto US 70
5.7 mi
·
8 min
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Airport Road
19
Continue on US 70
31 mi
·
46 min
·
US 70
20
Continue on US 70
38 mi
·
56 min
·
US 70
21
Continue on US 59; US 70; US 71; US 371
8.7 mi
·
12 min
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US 59; US 70; US 71; US 371
22
Turn left onto North 4th Street
0.5 mi
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1 min
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North 4th Street
23
Turn left onto West Dequeen Avenue
53 ft
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2 sec
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West Dequeen Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
West Dequeen Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour and 32-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Jonesboro to maximize your daylight and arrive in De Queen with ample time. With only one recommended stop and a 94% highway share, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 100 miles. Planning your fuel stop strategically before hitting that long segment on I-57 will ensure a smooth continuation of your journey.
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 135.7 miles from Jonesboro, AR, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.7 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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.7 miles or 2h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near De Queen, 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 271.4 miles and 5h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 102.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 135.7 mi from Jonesboro, AR · 2h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 135.7 miles from Jonesboro, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.7 miles.
Arriving in De Queen, AR
The final approach into De Queen, 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 De Queen, AR.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.99 one way
$81.98 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $44.99 | $89.99 |
| premium | $4.56 | $48.71 | $97.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.92 | $119.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.4 | 1 | $28.50 | $13.03 |
| Efficient EV | 67.9 | 0 | $23.75 | $10.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.6 | 1 | $38.00 | $17.37 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
De Queen, AR
Late night in De Queen on Wednesday
Local time
5:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 10 mph
11% chance
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
6 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
5h 32m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 De Queen, AR covers 271.4 miles and takes about 5h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, US 70, I 30. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 135.7 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 $40.99 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 271.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Cate Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Jonesboro, AR to De Queen, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Texarkana along the way.
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