How far is Harrison, AR from Paragould, AR?
The driving distance from Harrison, AR to Paragould, AR is about 178.6 miles (287.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 146.1 miles (235.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 10m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 35m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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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 Harrison and Paragould.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrison and Paragould.
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Start on West Stephenson Avenue
24 m · 7 sec · West Stephenson Avenue
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Turn right onto South Main Street
92 m · 15 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto East Central Avenue
2111 ft · 36 sec · East Central Avenue
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Take the ramp straight
114 m · 10 sec
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Merge slight left
5.2 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
31.1 mi · 35 min
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Continue straight
16.1 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right
49.9 mi · 57 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto T & C Boulevard
10.1 mi · 12 min · T & C Boulevard
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Turn right
2.4 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
32.3 mi · 46 min
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Turn left onto Portia Road
3.9 mi · 6 min · Portia Road
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Continue on West Main Street
26.8 mi · 33 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto West Court Street
3224 ft · 1 min · West Court Street
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Turn left onto North 12th Street
152 m · 23 sec · North 12th Street
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Turn right onto Meriwether
1118 ft · 51 sec · Meriwether
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Winchester
641 ft · 28 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 Harrison 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.
East Central Avenue
Take the exit slight right
49.9 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Harrison and Mostly Sunny near Paragould.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harrison to Paragould?
The road trip is about 178.6 miles (287.4 km) and usually takes 03h 35m 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?
Salem is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.6 miles from Harrison and 89 miles from Paragould.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146.1 miles (235.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.5 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 9:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.86 one way or $47.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Harrison and Mostly Sunny near Paragould.
Stop Ideas Near Salem
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 Salem.
Walnut Ridge
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harrison and Paragould. Straight-line distance: 146.12 mi (235.16 km).
#1 Harrison
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 13,139 |
| Coordinates | 36.2297900, -93.1076800 |
| Altitude | 320 |
| 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: 287 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 13m |
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 | $23.86 | $47.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $26.83 | $53.66 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $29.14 | $58.28 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $34.11 | $68.23 |
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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