Origin
West Memphis, AR
Evening in West Memphis on Sunday
Local time
7:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Memphis, AR to Jacksonville, AR
Drive Time
2h 13m
Distance
126.2 mi
203 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 4m
★
6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 32m
10 AM
2h 20m
12 PM
2h 18m
3 PM
2h 21m
5 PM
2h 31m
8 PM
2h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Memphis, AR
Dee Hunna
Jacksonville, AR
Mike Jones
Trip Overview
Spanning 126.2 miles across Arkansas, this straightforward journey from West Memphis to Jacksonville is an efficient trek through the Southeast. You can easily complete the drive in roughly 2 hours and 13 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $19, the costs remain manageable for solo drivers and families alike. Navigating primarily via I-40, the route bypasses the need for an overnight stay, allowing you to reach your destination in a single push. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick getaway, this highway-focused path provides a reliable link between the two cities.
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
63.1 miles from West Memphis, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a focused interstate experience as 92% of your journey takes place on high-speed roads. The vast majority of your time behind the wheel will be spent on a 111.5-mile stretch along I-40, which serves as the backbone of this trip. Transitions into local travel occur briefly as you utilize East Broadway Boulevard and the North Belt Freeway to reach your final destination. Because the drive is dominated by heavy highway miles, you will find a consistent, rhythmic pace that keeps travel times predictable. It is a no-nonsense route designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 111.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and East Broadway Boulevard. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 70 / East Broadway Boulevard.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 126.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (US 70 / East Broadway Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (AR 147): Navigation decision point; at 118.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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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US 70 / East Broadway Boulevard
Turn left onto US 70 / East Broadway Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
6.1 mi into trip
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~9m in
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AR 147
Turn right onto AR 147
Navigation decision point
7
118.2 mi into trip
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~2h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 40, AR 440: Jacksonville, Texarkana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 40, AR 440: Jacksonville, Texarkana
7
118.4 mi into trip
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~2h 2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward AR 440 East: Jacksonville, Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AR 440 East: Jacksonville, Saint Louis
6
122.6 mi into trip
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~2h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 57 North, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 57 North, US 67 North, US 167 North: J...
Towns Along This Route
Between West Memphis, AR and Jacksonville, AR, road signs point toward Texarkana and Saint Louis.
Texarkana
118.2 mi in
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~2h 2m
Saint Louis
118.4 mi in
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~2h 2m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 40 | 111.5 mi | 1h 51m |
| East Broadway Boulevard | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| North Belt Freeway | 3.6 mi | 3m |
| I 57 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| South Redmond Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South 1st Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South James Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| AR 147 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 111.5 mi, about 1h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Memphis, AR and Jacksonville, AR.
1
Start on this road
21 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 70
6.1 mi
·
9 min
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East Broadway Boulevard
3
Turn right onto AR 147
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
AR 147
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
5
Merge onto I 40
111 mi
·
1 hr 51 min
·
I 40
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 40, AR 440: Jacksonville, Texarkana
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward AR 440 East: Jacksonville, Saint Louis
8
Merge onto I 440
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Belt Freeway
9
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
this road
Toward I 57, US 67, US 167: Sherwood, North Little Rock, Jacksonville
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 57 North, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville
11
Merge onto I 57; US 167
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 57; US 167
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward Redmond Road
13
Turn right onto South Redmond Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Redmond Road
14
Turn left onto South James Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South James Street
15
Turn right onto Stone Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Stone Street
16
Turn slight left onto AR 161
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South 1st Street
17
Arrive at destination
AR 161
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it best fits your schedule without worrying about mid-route lodging. Given that the longest uninterrupted stretch spans over 111 miles, ensure your tank is topped off before merging onto I-40 to avoid any unnecessary stops. If you prefer to avoid potential congestion, consider timing your departure to steer clear of traditional rush hours. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that long interstate block, as opportunities to pull off may be spaced out. Taking advantage of the quick travel time means you can focus your energy on your arrival in Jacksonville rather than the fatigue of a long-haul drive.
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 63.1 miles from West Memphis, AR, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.5 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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.1 miles or 1h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jacksonville, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Memphis, 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 West Memphis, AR
This is one driving day of about 126.2 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Memphis, 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 40 for about 111.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.1 mi from West Memphis, AR · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 63.1 miles from West Memphis, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.5 miles.
Arriving in Jacksonville, AR
The final approach into Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, 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
$19.29 one way
$38.59 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.26 | $21.16 | $42.32 |
| premium | $4.61 | $22.90 | $45.81 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.04 | $56.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.25 | $6.06 |
| Efficient EV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.04 | $5.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.5 | 0 | $17.67 | $8.08 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Jacksonville, AR
Evening in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
7:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 13m 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 West Memphis, AR to Jacksonville, AR covers 126.2 miles and takes about 2h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 40, East Broadway Boulevard, North Belt Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.1 miles from West Memphis, AR. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.29 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 126.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (US 70 / East Broadway Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (AR 147): Navigation decision point; at 118.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between West Memphis, AR and Jacksonville, AR, road signs point toward Texarkana and Saint Louis.
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