Origin
Shannon Hills, AR
Late night in Shannon Hills on Saturday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Shannon Hills, AR to Jonesboro, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 39m
Distance
141.7 mi
228 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 29m
★
6 AM
2h 39m
8 AM
3h 0m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
2h 59m
8 PM
2h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shannon Hills, AR
Griffin Wooldridge
Trip Overview
Shannon Hills to Jonesboro is 141.7 miles and takes about 2h 39m via I 57 and I 30, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Arkansas, traveling from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Expect a drive that is primarily on major highways, making for a straightforward journey. It’s a practical choice for a quick trip where you want to minimize travel time and maximize your destination. Given its relatively short duration, it's well-suited for a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70.8 miles from Shannon Hills, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 39m. Total distance: 141.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 91% of the route utilizing major interstates like I 57 and I 30. You'll experience a significant stretch of 102.7 miles on I 57, which offers a consistent driving pace. The road character remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over varied scenery. It’s a route built for covering ground, so anticipate a steady flow of traffic and well-maintained roadways throughout the 141.7-mile journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 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.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 78. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Sardis Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 141.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Sardis Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (Mabelvale Pike): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (Mabelvale Pike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Sardis Road
Turn left onto Sardis Road
Navigation decision point
5
2.9 mi into trip
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~7m in
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Mabelvale Pike
At end of road, turn right onto Mabelvale Pike
Navigation decision point
5
3.3 mi into trip
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~7m in
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Mabelvale Pike
Enter roundabout onto Mabelvale Pike
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
15.8 mi into trip
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~23m 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
17.4 mi into trip
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~26m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Shannon Hills, AR and Jonesboro, AR, road signs point toward Memphis and Saint Louis.
Memphis
15.8 mi in
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~23m
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via US 67; US 167
Saint Louis
17.4 mi in
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~26m
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via I 57; US 167
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 102.7 mi | 1h 46m |
| US 78 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| I 30 | 11.3 mi | 13m |
| Southwest Drive | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| Sardis Road | 2.6 mi | 6m |
| US 67 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Mabelvale Pike | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 102.7 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shannon Hills, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on Tall Pine Drive
31 ft
·
6 sec
·
Tall Pine Drive
2
Turn left onto Sardis Road
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Sardis Road
3
Turn left onto Mabelvale Main Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Mabelvale Main Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto Mabelvale Pike
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Mabelvale Pike
5
Enter roundabout onto Mabelvale Pike
141 ft
·
2 sec
·
Mabelvale Pike
6
Continue on Mabelvale Pike
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Mabelvale Pike
7
Turn left
463 ft
·
20 sec
8
Turn straight onto I-30 Frontage Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I-30 Frontage Road
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I-30 Frontage Road
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
I-30 Frontage Road
10
Take the ramp
494 ft
·
12 sec
11
Merge onto I 30; US 67
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
I 30; US 67
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30; US 67
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 30; US 67
13
Continue on I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 30; US 65; US 67; US 167
14
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
15
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.
16
Continue on I 57; US 64; US 167
74 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
·
I 57; US 64; US 167
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
18
Keep slight right at fork
346 ft
·
8 sec
19
Merge onto US 78; AR 226
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 78; AR 226
20
Continue on US 49; US 63; US 78
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Southwest Drive
21
Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
22
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cate Avenue
23
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a drive time under three hours, this trip offers great flexibility; you can leave mid-morning and still arrive with plenty of daylight. The main roads are well-equipped with services, so you shouldn't have trouble finding fuel or rest stops. Consider breaking up the drive with a brief stop around the halfway point, though the longest stretch is a manageable 102.7 miles. Since it's a single-day trip, focusing on an early departure can help you make the most of your time in Jonesboro.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.8 miles from Shannon Hills, AR, or about 1h 21m 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 31 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.8 miles or 1h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 8m
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 Shannon Hills, 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 Shannon Hills, AR
This is one driving day of about 141.7 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Shannon Hills, 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 70.8 mi from Shannon Hills, AR · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 70.8 miles from Shannon Hills, 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
$21.40 one way
$42.80 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $23.49 | $46.98 |
| premium | $4.56 | $25.43 | $50.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.29 | $62.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.5 | 0 | $14.88 | $6.80 |
| Efficient EV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.40 | $5.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.7 | 0 | $19.84 | $9.07 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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
Late night in Jonesboro on Saturday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2h 39m 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 Shannon Hills, AR to Jonesboro, AR covers 141.7 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, US 78, I 30. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 70.8 miles from Shannon Hills, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.40 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 141.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Sardis Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (Mabelvale Pike): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (Mabelvale Pike): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Between Shannon Hills, AR and Jonesboro, AR, road signs point toward Memphis and Saint Louis.
How this page is built
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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