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Drive Time
4h 54m
Distance
243.6 mi
392 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eudora, AR
Matheus Bertelli
The drive from Jonesboro, AR to Eudora, AR covers 243.6 miles and takes about 4h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Third Street, Joe N Martin Expressway, Blues Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 129.8 miles on South Third Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
121.8 miles from Jonesboro, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .
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Expect a 4h 54m drive with frequent turns across 243.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near AR 1B / Harrisburg Road.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 243.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (AR 1B / Harrisburg Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 555; US 49; US 78 / Joe N Martin Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto AR 1B / Harrisburg Road
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 555 South: Trumann
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 555; US 49; US 78 / Joe N Martin Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55; US 78 / Blues Highway toward I 55 South: Memphis, Jackson Ms
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Horn Lake Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jonesboro, AR to Eudora, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Jackson Ms along the way.
Jackson Ms
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Third Street | 129.8 mi | 2h 36m |
| Joe N Martin Expressway | 42.3 mi | 43m |
| Blues Highway | 22.5 mi | 24m |
| Greenville Bypass | 22.5 mi | 27m |
| US 65 | 11.8 mi | 16m |
| W B Fowler Senior Expressway | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| New Horn Lake Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Broad Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro, AR and Eudora, AR.
Start on this road
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
Turn left onto Union Street
Turn left onto West Oak Avenue
Turn right onto South Main Street
Turn left onto AR 18
Turn right onto AR 1B
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 555; US 49; US 78
Take the exit
Merge onto I 55; US 78
Keep slight left at fork onto I 40; I 55; US 78
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55; US 78
Continue on I 55; US 78
Continue on I 55; US 61; US 64; US 70; US 78; US 79
Take the exit
Turn right onto Horn Lake Road
Continue on New Horn Lake Road
Continue on Horn Lake Road
Turn right onto US 61
Turn right onto Griffin Road
Turn left onto Old Hwy 61
Turn straight onto North Broad Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 82; US 278
Turn left onto US 65
Turn right onto AR 8
Turn left onto AR 159
Arrive at destination
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.
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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 121.8 miles or 2h 22m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eudora, AR than in the middle of the route.
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 243.6 miles and 4h 54m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 121.8 mi from Jonesboro, AR · 2h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
122 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 121.8 miles from Jonesboro, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before South Third Street if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 129.8 miles.
The final approach into Eudora, 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 Eudora, 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.
Regular Gas
$36.79 one way
$73.58 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $40.39 | $80.77 |
| premium | $4.56 | $43.72 | $87.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $53.78 | $107.57 |
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: 85.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.1 | 0 | $25.58 | $11.69 |
| Efficient EV | 60.9 | 0 | $21.31 | $9.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 97.4 | 1 | $34.10 | $15.59 |
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Jonesboro on Wednesday
Local time
5:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
82°F
Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Late night in Eudora on Wednesday
Local time
5:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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