How far is Forrest City, AR from Paragould, AR?
The driving distance from Forrest City, AR to Paragould, AR is about 112.7 miles (181.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.4 miles (119.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 58m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Forrest City and Paragould.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forrest City and Paragould.
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Start on North Division
9 m · 7 sec · North Division
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Turn left onto West Broadway Avenue
1449 ft · 32 sec · West Broadway Avenue
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Turn left onto North Washington Street
17.7 mi · 26 min · North Washington Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.2 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
56.1 mi · 1 hr 24 min
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Continue straight
5.7 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto West Hunt Street
77 m · 11 sec · West Hunt Street
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Turn left onto North 14th Street
15 m · 2 sec · North 14th Street
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Turn right onto West Hunt Street
1113 ft · 33 sec · West Hunt Street
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Turn right onto Hayes Place
72 m · 16 sec · Hayes Place
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Turn left onto Winchester
971 ft · 43 sec · Winchester
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Winchester
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Forrest City and Paragould.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Washington Street
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56.1 mi · 01h 24m
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.
Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Forrest City and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Paragould.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Forrest City to Paragould?
The road trip is about 112.7 miles (181.3 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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?
Harrisburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.6 miles from Forrest City and 72.1 miles from Paragould.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.4 miles (119.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.3 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 2:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.07 one way or $30.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Forrest City and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Paragould.
Stop Ideas Near Harrisburg
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 Harrisburg.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Forrest City and Paragould. Straight-line distance: 74.4 mi (119.74 km).
#1 Forrest City
City in St.
| Population | 13,820 |
| Coordinates | 35.0081500, -90.7898300 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Paragould
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 29,257 |
| Coordinates | 36.0584000, -90.4973300 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
End: Winchester (-90.497416, 36.058463)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 181 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
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 | $15.07 | $30.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.95 | $33.90 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $18.41 | $36.82 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.55 | $43.10 |
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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