How far is Elm Springs, AR from Jonesboro, AR?
The driving distance from Elm Springs, AR to Jonesboro, AR is about 255.4 miles (411.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 198.8 miles (320 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 55m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elm Springs and Jonesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elm Springs and Jonesboro.
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Start on School Street
34 m · 10 sec · School Street
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Turn left onto South Elm Street
637 ft · 16 sec · South Elm Street
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Continue on North Maestri Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · North Maestri Road
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Turn left onto East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
1982 ft · 36 sec · East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
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Continue on West Sunset Avenue
1.4 mi · 2 min · West Sunset Avenue
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Take the exit right
1291 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left
51.4 mi · 53 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 40 East: Alma, Little Rock
3167 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
113.8 mi · 1 hr 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64
1242 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left
65 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto East Oak Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · East Oak Street
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Continue on State Highway 64
5.4 mi · 7 min · State Highway 64
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Continue on Vilonia Bypass
25.9 mi · 32 min · Vilonia Bypass
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Take the exit slight left
74.6 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 226: Jonesboro
2502 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right
105 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left
12.1 mi · 14 min
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Continue on Southwest Drive
7.4 mi · 9 min · Southwest Drive
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Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Cate Avenue
63 m · 14 sec · Cate Avenue
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Turn left
23 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elm Springs and Jonesboro.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 40 East
Merge slight left
114 mi · 01h 54m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Elm Springs and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jonesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elm Springs to Jonesboro?
The road trip is about 255.4 miles (411.1 km) and usually takes 04h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Morrilton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 149.8 miles from Elm Springs and 105.6 miles from Jonesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 198.8 miles (320 km), while the road route adds roughly 56.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.12 one way or $68.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 80.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Elm Springs and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jonesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Morrilton
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 Morrilton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elm Springs and Jonesboro. Straight-line distance: 198.84 mi (320.01 km).
#1 Elm Springs
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,418 |
| Coordinates | 36.2061900, -94.2343700 |
| Altitude | 361 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jonesboro
The most populous city in Craighead County, Arkansas.
| Population | 79,859 |
| Coordinates | 35.8423000, -90.7042800 |
| Altitude | 99 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cate Avenue (-90.704283, 35.842092)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 411 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 11m |
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 | $34.12 | $68.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $38.37 | $76.75 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $41.67 | $83.34 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $48.79 | $97.58 |
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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