Origin
Paragould, AR
Evening in Paragould on Sunday
Local time
5:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paragould, AR to Jonesboro, AR
Drive Time
35m
Distance
21.7 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
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6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paragould, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward commute, the 21.7-mile connection between Paragould and Jonesboro is an ideal choice. Expect to spend about 35 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You won't need to worry about complex logistics or overnight stops for such a short distance. Budgeting around $3 for fuel should be sufficient to cover the trip. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of Arkansas, you will experience a consistent environment throughout the journey. It is a practical, no-fuss route that gets you where you need to go efficiently.
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
10.9 miles from Paragould, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with approximately 85 percent of your travel time spent on major routes. You will find yourself cruising along US 49 for the majority of the journey, which includes a steady 18.4-mile stretch that allows for consistent speeds. As you transition into the city limits, the driving experience shifts from open highway to local navigation via East Johnson Avenue and West Hunt Street. Because the route is so concentrated, you won't encounter the fatigue associated with long-haul interstate travel. It is a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes direct transit over winding detours.
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.
US 49 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 49 and East Johnson Avenue. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Hayes Place.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 21.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 (Hayes Place): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (West Hunt Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (North 14th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hayes Place
At end of road, turn right onto Hayes Place
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West Hunt Street
Turn left onto West Hunt Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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North 14th Street
At end of road, turn left onto North 14th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 49; AR 1
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
21.6 mi into trip
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~35m in
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Burke Avenue
Turn left onto Burke Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 49 | 18.4 mi | 27m |
| East Johnson Avenue | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| West Hunt Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Winchester | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Union Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Burke Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hayes Place | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 49
— 18.4 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paragould, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on Winchester
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Winchester
2
At end of road, turn right onto Hayes Place
237 ft
·
15 sec
·
Hayes Place
3
Turn left onto West Hunt Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Hunt Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto North 14th Street
51 ft
·
2 sec
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North 14th Street
5
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
251 ft
·
13 sec
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West Hunt Street
6
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
4.9 mi
·
7 min
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US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on US 49; AR 1
14 mi
·
20 min
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US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn slight right onto AR 91
2.4 mi
·
4 min
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East Johnson Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Main Street
10
Continue on Union Street
507 ft
·
16 sec
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Union Street
11
Turn left onto Burke Avenue
458 ft
·
25 sec
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Burke Avenue
12
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 35-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since there are no mandatory stops required to finish the 21.7 miles, you can plan your day entirely around your own schedule. Keep in mind that while the bulk of your time will be spent on US 49, you should stay alert as you transition onto West Hunt Street and East Johnson Avenue when entering Jonesboro. Since the trip is so brief, you won't need to worry about heavy refueling or extended rest periods. Use this convenience to your advantage by focusing on your arrival plans rather than road-weary preparation.
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 10.9 miles from Paragould, AR, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.4 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 21.7 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.9 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
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 Paragould, 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 Paragould, AR
This is one driving day of about 21.7 miles and 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Paragould, 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 US 49 for about 18.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.9 mi from Paragould, AR · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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
$3.32 one way
$6.63 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $3.64 | $7.28 |
| premium | $4.61 | $3.94 | $7.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.82 | $9.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.28 | $1.04 |
| Efficient EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.90 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Jonesboro, AR
Evening in Jonesboro on Sunday
Local time
5:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
81°F
Bono, AR
11 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
35m 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 Paragould, AR to Jonesboro, AR covers 21.7 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 49, East Johnson Avenue, West Hunt 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 10.9 miles from Paragould, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.32 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 21.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 (Hayes Place): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (West Hunt Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (North 14th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Paragould, AR to Jonesboro, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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