Trip from Jonesboro, AR to Dermott, AR

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Drive Time

4h 32m

Distance

242.6 mi

390 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 19m ★

6 AM

4h 32m

8 AM

4h 59m

10 AM

4h 42m

12 PM

4h 39m

3 PM

4h 43m

5 PM

4h 58m

8 PM

4h 24m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 242.6-mile journey from Jonesboro to Dermott, Arkansas, is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 4 hours and 32 minutes. With 96% of the route on highways, it's a straightforward drive primarily utilizing I-57, US-65, and I-530. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $37. Given the manageable distance and duration, this route is well-suited as a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. You'll be traversing the Southeast region of Arkansas for the entirety of this drive.

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

121.3 miles from Jonesboro, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 242.6-mile trip, with 96% of your travel on major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 102.7 miles on I-57, providing a consistent pace for a significant portion of the drive. While primarily interstate, the route transitions between I-57, US-65, and I-530, offering some variety in the road ahead. This highway-centric profile suggests a predominantly efficient and direct driving experience.

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.

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 65. You will hit about 13 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 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 242.6 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: 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 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Cate Avenue

Turn right onto Cate Avenue

Navigation decision point

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Union Street

Turn left onto Union Street

Navigation decision point

21.5 mi into trip | ~26m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

125.5 mi into trip | ~2h 14m in | 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...

130.4 mi into trip | ~2h 21m in | I 530; US 65; US 167

Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 57	102.7 mi	1h 45m
US 65	61.1 mi	1h 15m
I 530	46.1 mi	47m
US 78	12.5 mi	14m
Southwest Drive	7.4 mi	8m
US 167	4.9 mi	6m
US 165	2 mi	3m
AR 35	1.8 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 57 — 102.7 mi, about 1h 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro, AR and Dermott, AR.

Start on this road

75 ft · 7 sec · this road

Turn right onto Cate Avenue

458 ft · 25 sec · Cate Avenue

Turn left onto Union Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Union Street

Turn left onto West Oak Avenue

257 ft · 9 sec · West Oak Avenue

Turn right onto South Main Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · South Main Street

Continue on AR 18

7.4 mi · 8 min · Southwest Drive

Continue on US 78; AR 226

13 mi · 14 min · US 78; AR 226

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Merge onto I 57

103 mi · 1 hr 45 min · I 57

Merge onto I 40; US 167

0.9 mi · 1 min · I 40; US 167

Take the exit onto US 167

4.9 mi · 6 min · US 167

Toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock

Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167

46 mi · 47 min · I 530; US 65; US 167

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65

1.2 mi · 1 min · Wiley A Branton Sr Highway

Continue on US 65; US 425

38 mi · 46 min · US 65; US 425

Continue on US 65; US 165

24 mi · 29 min · US 65; US 165

Turn right onto US 165

2.0 mi · 3 min · US 165

Turn right onto AR 35

1.8 mi · 3 min · AR 35

Turn right onto South Main Street

162 ft · 4 sec · South Main Street

Arrive at destination

South Main Street

Trip Plan

With a total drive time of just over 4.5 hours, this route from Jonesboro to Dermott is easily accomplished in one day. Consider an early morning departure to maximize your daylight hours and allow ample time for any brief stops you might need. The longest stretch without a major exit is 102.7 miles on I-57, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before you hit that segment. Given the $37 fuel estimate, it's wise to fill up before you leave Jonesboro to ensure you have plenty of gas for the entire 242.6-mile 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 121.3 miles from Jonesboro, AR, or about 2h 10m 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 121.3 miles or 2h 10m 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 37m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dermott, 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.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 242.6 miles and 4h 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 121.3 mi from Jonesboro, AR · 2h 10m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Haskell, AR

121 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

Conway, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Haskell, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 121.3 miles from Jonesboro, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.7 miles.

Arriving in Dermott, AR

The final approach into Dermott, 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 Dermott, 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

$36.64 one way

$73.28 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 85 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$40.22	$80.44
premium	$4.56	$43.54	$87.09
diesel	$5.61	$53.56	$107.13

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 84.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	72.8	0	$25.47	$11.64
Efficient EV	60.7	0	$21.23	$9.70
EV Truck/SUV	97	1	$33.96	$15.53

Gas CO2

85 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 data refreshed 4 hours ago

Origin

Jonesboro, AR

Morning in Jonesboro on Wednesday

Local time

6:41 AM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dermott, AR

Morning in Dermott on Wednesday

Local time

6:41 AM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

76°F

Haskell, AR

121 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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 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 Dermott, AR covers 242.6 miles and takes about 4h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 57, US 65, I 530. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 121.3 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 $36.64 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.

The route from Jonesboro, AR to Dermott, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Jonesboro, AR to Dermott, AR

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Dermott, AR

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Jonesboro, AR

Dermott, AR

Same local time

3 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 32m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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