Trip from Jonesboro, AR to Lonoke, AR

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Drive Time

2h 21m

Distance

116.4 mi

187 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 12m ★

6 AM

2h 22m

8 AM

2h 41m

10 AM

2h 29m

12 PM

2h 27m

3 PM

2h 30m

5 PM

2h 40m

8 PM

2h 16m

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 116.4-mile drive from Jonesboro, Arkansas to Lonoke, Arkansas is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 21 minutes. Given its manageable length and duration, it's perfectly suited as a single-day trip, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. You'll primarily be on I-57, with segments of State Highway 31 and US 78 also part of the route. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $18, making it an economical option for a short excursion within the Southeast region of Arkansas. This route offers a practical and efficient way to travel between these two points.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

58.2 miles from Jonesboro, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .

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Drive Character

The character of this drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with an impressive 92% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 71.9 miles on I-57, which provides a consistent pace. While the majority of the route consists of high-speed driving, there are transitions onto State Highway 31 and US 78, offering slight variations in the road's feel as you progress toward your destination. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency and steady travel.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 16 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 71.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and State Highway 31. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Cate Avenue.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 2h 21m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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 11 key points

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

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

Turn right onto Cate Avenue

Navigation decision point

4

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

Turn left onto Union Street

Navigation decision point

4

0.7 mi into trip | ~1m in | West Oak Avenue

Turn left onto West Oak Avenue

Navigation decision point

5

21.5 mi into trip | ~26m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

5

93.8 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in | I 57 Business

Take the exit onto I 57 Business toward AR 31, US 67B South: Beebe, Antioch

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward AR 31, US 67B South: Beebe, Antioch

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 Lonoke, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Antioch along the way.

Antioch

93.8 mi in | ~1h 41m | via I 57 Business

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 57	71.9 mi	1h 14m
State Highway 31	18 mi	31m
US 78	12.5 mi	14m
Southwest Drive	7.4 mi	8m
I 57 Business	2.7 mi	4m
AR 31	1.8 mi	3m
South Main Street	0.9 mi	1m
Union Street	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 57 — 71.9 mi, about 1h 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro, AR and Lonoke, 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 · 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

72 mi · 1 hr 14 min · I 57

10

Take the exit onto I 57 Business

0.3 mi · 35 sec · I 57 Business

Toward AR 31, US 67B South: Beebe, Antioch

11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 57 Business

2.4 mi · 4 min · I 57 Business

12

Continue on AR 31

18 mi · 31 min · State Highway 31

13

Turn left onto AR 31

1.8 mi · 3 min · AR 31

14

Turn left onto US 70

76 ft · 6 sec · Front Street Southeast

15

Turn left

23 ft · 1 sec

16

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this relatively short 2-hour drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience, though an early morning start can help you maximize your time upon arrival in Lonoke. With no designated stops provided, plan your own breaks as needed, especially considering the longest continuous stretch on I-57 is over 70 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $18 estimated cost is based on current averages, and it's always wise to top off before embarking on any road trip. A practical tip for this route would be to check traffic conditions on I-57 before you leave, as this is the main artery for the majority of your travel.

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 58.2 miles from Jonesboro, AR, or about 1h 4m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.9 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 58.2 miles or 1h 4m 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 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lonoke, 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 116.4 miles and 2h 21m.

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.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 71.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 58.2 mi from Jonesboro, AR · 1h 4m into the drive

city in Craighead County, Arkansas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bono, AR

58 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.

Bono, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58.2 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 71.9 miles.

Arriving in Lonoke, AR

The final approach into Lonoke, 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 Lonoke, AR.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.58 one way

$35.16 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.21	$19.30	$38.60
premium	$4.56	$20.89	$41.78
diesel	$5.61	$25.70	$51.40

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 40.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	34.9	$12.22	$5.59
Efficient EV	29.1	$10.19	$4.66
EV Truck/SUV	46.6	$16.30	$7.45

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Jonesboro, AR

Night in Jonesboro on Tuesday

Local time

11:22 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lonoke, AR

Night in Lonoke on Tuesday

Local time

11:22 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

77°F

Bono, AR

58 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 21m 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 Lonoke, AR covers 116.4 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 57, State Highway 31, US 78. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 58.2 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 $17.58 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.

This is a straightforward 2h 21m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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.

On the drive from Jonesboro, AR to Lonoke, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Antioch along the way.