How far is Gibson, AR from Jonesboro, AR?
The driving distance from Gibson, AR to Jonesboro, AR is about 122.5 miles (197.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.7 miles (175 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 06m 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 02h 03m.
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.
City in Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gibson and Jonesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gibson and Jonesboro.
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Start on Jacksonville-Cato Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Jacksonville-Cato Road
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Continue on Jacksonville-Cato Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Jacksonville-Cato Road
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Turn left onto State Highway 107
1.5 mi · 2 min · State Highway 107
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Turn right onto General Samuels Road
2.4 mi · 5 min · General Samuels Road
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Turn left onto Redmond Road
1751 ft · 44 sec · Redmond Road
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Turn right onto General Samuels Road
1.3 km · 2 min · General Samuels Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Marshall Road
944 ft · 23 sec · Marshall Road
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Turn right onto Vandenburg Boulevard
1.6 km · 2 min · Vandenburg Boulevard
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Continue on North First Street
147 m · 21 sec · North First Street
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Turn sharp left onto T P White Drive
2926 ft · 1 min · T P White Drive
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Take the ramp left
847 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
16.8 mi · 17 min
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Continue straight
74.3 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 Gibson 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.
T P White Drive
Continue straight
74.3 mi · 01h 17m
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 then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gibson and Mostly Sunny near Jonesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gibson to Jonesboro?
The road trip is about 122.5 miles (197.1 km) and usually takes 02h 03m 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?
Bradford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.1 miles from Gibson and 61.3 miles from Jonesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.7 miles (175 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 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 2:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.36 one way or $32.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Gibson and Mostly Sunny near Jonesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Bradford
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 Bradford.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gibson and Jonesboro. Straight-line distance: 108.75 mi (175.02 km).
#1 Gibson
Census-designated place in Pulaski County, Arkansas, USA
| Population | 3,543 |
| Coordinates | 34.8842600, -92.2357000 |
| Altitude | 80 |
| 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: 197 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
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 | $16.36 | $32.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.40 | $36.80 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $19.98 | $39.96 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $23.39 | $46.79 |
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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