Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
76.4 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Quick day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
The drive from West Memphis, AR to Paragould, AR covers 76.4 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Broadway Boulevard, North Missouri Street, East Service Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.38 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
38.2 miles from West Memphis, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
Expect a 1h 22m drive with frequent turns across 76.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Broadway Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Missouri Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Service Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Service Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 555 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Nettleton Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Industrial Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Kathleen Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between West Memphis, AR and Paragould, AR.
Start on the route
Turn left onto East Broadway Boulevard
Turn right onto North Missouri Street
Turn right onto East Service Road
Turn slight left
Keep slight right to continue on North Service Road
Take the ramp straight
Take the exit slight right toward I 555, AR 77, US 63: Turrell, Marked Tree, Jonesboro
Keep slight left to continue on I 555, US 63: Marked Tree, Jonesboro
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right
Keep slight left
Turn left onto East Nettleton Avenue
Turn right onto Industrial Drive
Continue on Kathleen Street
Continue on Craighead 901 Rd
Turn left onto Craighead 912 Rd
Turn right onto East Johnson Avenue
Continue straight
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
Turn left onto North 14th Street
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
Turn right onto Hayes Place
Turn left onto Winchester
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 76.4 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.2 miles or 41m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paragould, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving West Memphis, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 76.4 miles and 1h 22m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.2 mi from West Memphis, AR · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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.
The final approach into Paragould, 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 Paragould, AR.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$10.38 one way
$20.75 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.85 | $11.58 | $23.16 |
| premium | $4.15 | $12.48 | $24.97 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $11.28 | $22.56 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.7 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in West Memphis on Saturday
Local time
3:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Paragould on Saturday
Local time
3:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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