Origin
Nashville, AR
Evening in Nashville on Sunday
Local time
7:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nashville, AR to Jonesboro, AR
Drive Time
4h 45m
Distance
255.8 mi
412 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 32m
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6 AM
4h 45m
8 AM
5h 12m
10 AM
4h 55m
12 PM
4h 52m
3 PM
4h 56m
5 PM
5h 11m
8 PM
4h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nashville, AR
MINEIA MARTINS
Trip Overview
Spanning 248.9 miles across Arkansas, this trip from Nashville to Jonesboro typically takes about 4 hours and 7 minutes behind the wheel. Because the duration is relatively manageable, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stop. You should budget approximately $34 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this route involves a combination of the Issac C Perkins Bypass, East Peachtree Street, and I-40 East. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region, you will remain in a consistent geographic environment throughout your travel. Planning for one scheduled stop is a smart way to break up the drive and keep your energy levels steady.
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
127.9 miles from Nashville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a mindless stretch of open highway, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate through local roads and bypasses, meaning the pace of travel is dictated by the flow of local traffic and road configurations. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on the Issac C Perkins Bypass, highlighting the constant need for attention behind the wheel. This experience is best described as a series of connected local segments rather than a high-speed interstate sprint. Be prepared for a more hands-on driving experience that requires focus as you transition between the various surface streets and local corridors.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
497 ft
211 ft
Total Climb
479 ft
Total Descent
536 ft
Highest Point
497 ft
~10.7 mi in
Elevation Range
286 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 30. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 278; US 371 / Issac C Perkins Bypass.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 255.8 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 0.2 miles (US 278; US 371 / Issac C Perkins Bypass): Navigation decision point; at 125 miles (I 30; US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 129.9 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 278; US 371 / Issac C Perkins Bypass
Turn right onto US 278; US 371 / Issac C Perkins Bypass
Navigation decision point
4
125 mi into trip
|
~2h 23m in
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I 30; US 67
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
129.9 mi into trip
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~2h 29m in
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US 67; US 167
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167 toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143B
Toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Ja...
7
131.5 mi into trip
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~2h 32m in
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I 57; US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167 toward Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Saint Louis
4
234.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 18m in
Take the exit toward AR 226: Jonesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
Towns Along This Route
Between Nashville, AR and Jonesboro, AR, road signs point toward Memphis and Saint Louis.
Memphis
129.9 mi in
|
~2h 29m
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via US 67; US 167
Saint Louis
131.5 mi in
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~2h 32m
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via I 57; US 167
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 102.7 mi | 1h 46m |
| I 30 | 98.1 mi | 1h 41m |
| East Peachtree Street | 31.2 mi | 46m |
| US 78 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| Southwest Drive | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| US 67 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Issac C Perkins Bypass | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 102.7 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nashville, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 278; US 371
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Issac C Perkins Bypass
3
Continue on US 371
31 mi
·
46 min
·
East Peachtree Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
5
Merge onto I 30
93 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
I 30
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 30; US 67
7
Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
US 67; US 167
Exit 143B
Toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167
28 mi
·
29 min
·
I 57; US 167
Toward Saint Louis
Use the slight left lane.
10
Continue on I 57; US 64; US 167
74 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
·
I 57; US 64; US 167
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
12
Keep slight right at fork
346 ft
·
8 sec
13
Merge onto US 78; AR 226
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 78; AR 226
14
Continue on US 49; US 63; US 78
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Southwest Drive
15
Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
16
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cate Avenue
17
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 7-minute journey, try to depart early in the morning to avoid the busiest local traffic patterns. Since the route is entirely comprised of local roads, build in extra time for the unexpected stop or traffic signal delays. With a fuel budget of $34, it is wise to check your tank before leaving Nashville, as the lack of sustained highway driving can impact your vehicle's fuel efficiency differently than interstate travel. Given the single-day nature of this trip, you have the flexibility to pace your one recommended rest stop whenever you feel the need to stretch your legs. Keep a close eye on your navigation through the Issac C Perkins Bypass to ensure you stay on track during the turn-heavy portions of the drive.
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 127.9 miles from Nashville, 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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 127.9 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 3h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jonesboro, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Nashville, 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 Nashville, AR
This is one driving day of about 255.8 miles and 4h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Nashville, 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 127.9 mi from Nashville, AR · 2h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
128 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 127.9 miles from Nashville, 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 Jonesboro, AR
The final approach into Jonesboro, 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 Jonesboro, 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
$39.11 one way
$78.21 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
90 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $42.89 | $85.78 |
| premium | $4.61 | $46.43 | $92.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $56.83 | $113.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.7 | 0 | $26.86 | $12.28 |
| Efficient EV | 64 | 0 | $22.38 | $10.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 102.3 | 1 | $35.81 | $16.37 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Jonesboro, AR
Evening in Jonesboro on Sunday
Local time
7:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Haskell, AR
128 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
1 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 45m 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 Nashville, AR to Jonesboro, AR covers 255.8 miles and takes about 4h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, I 30, East Peachtree Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 127.9 miles from Nashville, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.11 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 255.8 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 0.2 miles (US 278; US 371 / Issac C Perkins Bypass): Navigation decision point; at 125 miles (I 30; US 67): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 129.9 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Nashville, AR and Jonesboro, AR, road signs point toward Memphis and Saint Louis.
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