Origin
Paragould, AR
Late night in Paragould on Friday
Local time
1:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paragould, AR to Monticello, AR
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
4h 24m
Distance
240.2 mi
387 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 11m
★
6 AM
4h 24m
8 AM
4h 51m
10 AM
4h 34m
12 PM
4h 31m
3 PM
4h 35m
5 PM
4h 50m
8 PM
4h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paragould, AR
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Monticello, AR
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Trip Overview
The drive from Paragould, AR to Monticello, AR covers 240.2 miles and takes about 4h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hayes Place, West Hunt Street, North 14th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.28 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
120.1 miles from Paragould, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 24m. Total distance: 240.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 24m drive with frequent turns across 240.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hayes Place is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 24m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Paragould, AR to Monticello, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hayes Place | — | — |
| West Hunt Street | — | — |
| North 14th Street | — | — |
| West Court Street | — | — |
| West Kings Highway | — | — |
| I 30 West | — | — |
| AR 530 South | — | — |
| Highway 530 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Hayes Place
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paragould, AR and Monticello, AR.
1
Start on Winchester
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Winchester
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto Hayes Place
236 ft
·
16 sec
·
Hayes Place
3
Turn left onto West Hunt Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Hunt Street
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto North 14th Street
49 ft
·
2 sec
·
North 14th Street
5
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
253 ft
·
14 sec
·
West Hunt Street
6
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
7
Turn right onto West Court Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
West Court Street
8
Turn right onto West Kings Highway
25 mi
·
29 min
·
West Kings Highway
9
Take the exit left
95 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
10
Continue straight
28 mi
·
29 min
11
Merge slight left
0.9 mi
·
1 min
12
Take the exit slight left toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
13
Keep slight left
44 mi
·
45 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
·
AR 530 South: Star City, Monticello
15
Continue on Highway 530
23 mi
·
26 min
·
Highway 530
16
At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 11
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 11
17
Turn right
16 mi
·
20 min
18
Turn left onto West Gaines Avenue
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
West Gaines Avenue
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 120.1 miles from Paragould, AR, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
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 53 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.1 miles or 2h 12m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monticello, 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 240.2 miles and 4h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Paragould, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 120.1 mi from Paragould, AR · 2h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
120 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 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 120.1 miles from Paragould, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Monticello, AR
The final approach into Monticello, 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 Monticello, 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
$36.28 one way
$72.55 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
84 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $39.82 | $79.64 |
| premium | $4.56 | $43.11 | $86.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $53.03 | $106.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.1 | 0 | $25.22 | $11.53 |
| Efficient EV | 60.1 | 0 | $21.02 | $9.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 96.1 | 1 | $33.63 | $15.37 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% 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
Monticello, AR
Late night in Monticello on Friday
Local time
1:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Jacksonville, AR
120 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
2 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 24m 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 Paragould, AR to Monticello, AR covers 240.2 miles and takes about 4h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hayes Place, West Hunt Street, North 14th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 120.1 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 $36.28 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 is a straightforward 4h 24m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Paragould, AR to Monticello, AR is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Paragould, AR to Monticello, AR does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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