Origin
Newport, AR
Night in Newport on Tuesday
Local time
9:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newport, AR to Jonesboro, AR
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
51m
Distance
43.3 mi
70 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
5 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newport, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Newport, AR to Jonesboro, AR covers 43.3 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 57, US 78, Southwest Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.8 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.54 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
21.7 miles from Newport, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 51m highway drive covering 43.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and US 78. The longest continuous stretch is about 18.8 miles on I 57.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 18.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 78. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near AR 384 / Stegall Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.3 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.8 miles (AR 384 / Stegall Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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AR 384 / Stegall Road
Turn right onto AR 384 / Stegall Road
Navigation decision point
6
2.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 57 North, US 67 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 57 North, US 67 North
4
21.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward AR 226: Jonesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
4
22.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
43.3 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 18.8 mi | 20m |
| US 78 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| Southwest Drive | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| Malcolm Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Stegall Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cate Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 18.8 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on AR 14
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
3rd Street
2
Continue on AR 14
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Malcolm Avenue
3
Turn right onto AR 384
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Stegall Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 57 North, US 67 North
5
Merge onto I 57
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 57
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
7
Keep slight right at fork
346 ft
·
8 sec
8
Merge onto US 78; AR 226
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 78; AR 226
9
Continue on US 49; US 63; US 78
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Southwest Drive
10
Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
11
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cate Avenue
12
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 21.7 miles from Newport, AR, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.8 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 43.3 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.7 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
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 Newport, 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 Newport, AR
This is one driving day of about 43.3 miles and 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Newport, 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 18.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.7 mi from Newport, AR · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.54 one way
$13.08 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $7.18 | $14.36 |
| premium | $4.56 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.56 | $19.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
5 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Kum & Go - Tesla Supercharger
Jonesboro, AR
Tesla
7 DCFC
Newport Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot
Newport, AR
EV Connect
4 DCFC
Central Chevrolet
Jonesboro, AR
EV Connect
3 DCFC
George Kell Motors
Newport, AR
Blink Network
2 DCFC
CENTRAL PONTIAC-GMC
Jonesboro, AR
EV Connect
1 DCFC
EV Connect: 3
Blink Network: 1
Tesla: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Jonesboro, AR
Night in Jonesboro on Tuesday
Local time
9:01 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
81°F
Bono, AR
22 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
51m 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 Newport, AR to Jonesboro, AR covers 43.3 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, US 78, Southwest Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.7 miles from Newport, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.54 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 43.3 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.8 miles (AR 384 / Stegall Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Newport, AR to Jonesboro, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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