Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
23.7 mi
38 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eros, LA
Israyosoy S.
This 23.7-mile drive from Jonesboro to Eros, Louisiana, is a short, manageable trip that can easily be completed in about 35 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day adventure. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, it's an economical option for a quick excursion within the Southeast region. The route primarily follows local roads, including East Main Street and Front Street, before transitioning to State Route 34. You'll find this drive to be turn-heavy, offering a more engaged driving experience than a simple highway cruise. Given its brevity, no overnight stay is necessary, allowing for maximum flexibility in your day's schedule.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 23.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (11%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for most of this 23.7-mile journey. With only an 11% share on highways, you'll spend the majority of your time navigating through local streets and state routes. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17 miles along East Main Street, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before the road network begins to branch out again. This route is characterized by frequent changes in direction, requiring your attention as you move from one road to the next, rather than a monotonous highway experience.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near LA 4 / Chatham Highway.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Jonesboro, LA to Eros, LA is easy. At 35m with 11% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (LA 4 / Chatham Highway): Navigation decision point; at 17.2 miles (LA 34 / Front Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto LA 4 / Chatham Highway
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto LA 34 / Front Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Main Street | 17 mi | 25m |
| Front Street | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| State Route 34 | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| 2nd Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Thornton Loop | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Chatham Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Allen Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro, LA and Eros, LA.
Start on Allen Avenue
Turn left onto LA 4
Continue on LA 4
Turn left onto LA 34
Continue on LA 34
Turn straight onto LA 34
Continue on LA 34; LA 148
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$3.58 one way
$7.16 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $3.93 | $7.86 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.25 | $8.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.23 | $10.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Jonesboro on Friday
Local time
7:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Evening in Eros on Friday
Local time
7:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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