How far is Fairfield Bay, AR from Jonesboro, AR?
The driving distance from Fairfield Bay, AR to Jonesboro, AR is about 116.6 miles (187.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.9 miles (144.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 39m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Independence County, Arkansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairfield Bay and Jonesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield Bay and Jonesboro.
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Start on Dave Creek Parkway
3 mi · 7 min · Dave Creek Parkway
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Turn right
8 mi · 14 min
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Turn left onto Greers Ferry Road
14.4 mi · 25 min · Greers Ferry Road
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Turn left onto Heber Springs Road North
23.2 mi · 35 min · Heber Springs Road North
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Continue on Allen Chapel Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · Allen Chapel Road
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Continue on Newport Road
9.6 mi · 17 min · Newport Road
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Continue on West Main Street
2591 ft · 52 sec · West Main Street
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Turn slight right onto North Main
2180 ft · 44 sec · North Main
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Continue on Newport Road
5.3 mi · 9 min · Newport Road
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Continue on State Highway 14
3.9 mi · 7 min · State Highway 14
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Turn left onto Arrington Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Arrington Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 3rd Street
3268 ft · 1 min · 3rd Street
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Continue on Malcolm Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Malcolm Avenue
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Turn right onto Stegall Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Stegall Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 57 North, US 67 North
1259 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
18.8 mi · 20 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 Fairfield Bay and Jonesboro.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Heber Springs Road North
Turn left onto Heber Springs Road North
23.2 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Fairfield Bay and Rain Showers Likely near Jonesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairfield Bay to Jonesboro?
The road trip is about 116.6 miles (187.7 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?
Oil Trough is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.6 miles from Fairfield Bay and 58.1 miles from Jonesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.9 miles (144.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.7 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 1:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.60 one way or $31.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Oil Trough
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Walnut Ridge
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairfield Bay and Jonesboro. Straight-line distance: 89.92 mi (144.72 km).
#1 Fairfield Bay
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,014 |
| Coordinates | 35.5942400, -92.2779300 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| 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: 188 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
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 | $15.60 | $31.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $17.55 | $35.09 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.06 | $38.11 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $22.31 | $44.62 |
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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