How far is Brookings, AR from Saint Francis, AR?
The driving distance from Brookings, AR to Saint Francis, AR is about 47 miles (75.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brookings and Saint Francis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookings and Saint Francis.
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Start on County Road 201
25 m · 5 sec · County Road 201
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Turn left
3.4 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto Southeast 1st Street
9 mi · 16 min · Southeast 1st Street
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Turn straight
5.5 mi · 8 min
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Turn slight right
884 ft · 32 sec
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Turn straight
20.8 mi · 31 min
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Exit the roundabout onto North Scurlock Avenue
1165 ft · 21 sec · North Scurlock Avenue
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Continue on West Jackson Street
52 m · 6 sec · West Jackson Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Jackson Street
869 ft · 17 sec · West Jackson Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North 3rd Avenue
751 ft · 20 sec · North 3rd Avenue
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Turn left onto West Main Street
7.5 mi · 11 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Hickory Street
126 m · 18 sec · South Hickory Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Hickory Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brookings and Saint Francis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn straight
20.8 mi · 00h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Brookings and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Francis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brookings to Saint Francis?
The road trip is about 47 miles (75.7 km) and usually takes 01h 07m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
McDougal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.5 miles from Brookings and 23.5 miles from Saint Francis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.29 one way or $12.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Brookings and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Francis.
Stop Ideas Near McDougal
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to McDougal.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brookings and Saint Francis. Straight-line distance: 34.05 mi (54.8 km).
#1 Brookings
Brookings is a place in Arkansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.2850600, -90.7206700 |
| Altitude | 81 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Francis
City in Clay County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 225 |
| Coordinates | 36.4533900, -90.1453800 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Hickory Street (-90.145163, 36.453391)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $6.29 | $12.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.07 | $14.14 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.68 | $15.35 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.99 | $17.98 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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