How far is Jacksonville, AR from Helena-West Helena, AR?
The driving distance from Jacksonville, AR to Helena-West Helena, AR is about 110.4 miles (177.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.4 miles (143.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 50m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 25m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Monroe County, Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jacksonville and Helena-West Helena.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville and Helena-West Helena.
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Start on North 1st Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · North 1st Street
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Turn left onto West Trickey Lane
1136 ft · 28 sec · West Trickey Lane
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Continue on Military Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · Military Road
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Continue on State Highway 294
5.9 mi · 10 min · State Highway 294
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Continue on State Highway 89
5.3 mi · 9 min · State Highway 89
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Take the ramp left
1949 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
41.9 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 49, AR 17: Brinkley, Cotton Plant
1548 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2.3 mi · 5 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto West Sycamore Street
1803 ft · 38 sec · West Sycamore Street
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Turn right onto South Grand Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Grand Avenue
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Merge slight right
44.2 mi · 1 hr
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Keep slight right to continue on Martin Luther King Jr Drive
1 mi · 2 min · Martin Luther King Jr Drive
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Turn left onto Plaza Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Plaza Street
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Turn right onto South 10th Street
145 m · 8 sec · South 10th Street
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Continue on Richmond Drive
1886 ft · 32 sec · Richmond Drive
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Continue on Oakland Avenue
2.1 mi · 3 min · Oakland Avenue
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Continue on Porter Street
2428 ft · 48 sec · Porter Street
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Turn left onto Columbia Street
121 m · 11 sec · Columbia Street
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Turn right onto Perry Street
112 m · 18 sec · Perry Street
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Turn right onto Franklin Street
11 m · 2 sec · Franklin Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Franklin Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jacksonville and Helena-West Helena.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Grand Avenue
Merge slight right
44.2 mi · 01h 00m
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.
Chance Light Rain then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Jacksonville and Areas Of Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Helena-West Helena.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jacksonville to Helena-West Helena?
The road trip is about 110.4 miles (177.6 km) and usually takes 02h 25m 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?
Brinkley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.1 miles from Jacksonville and 55.2 miles from Helena-West Helena.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.4 miles (143.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 21 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 1:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.73 one way or $29.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Jacksonville and Areas Of Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Helena-West Helena.
Stop Ideas Near Brinkley
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jacksonville and Helena-West Helena. Straight-line distance: 89.44 mi (143.94 km).
#1 Jacksonville
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 28,361 |
| Coordinates | 34.8662000, -92.1101500 |
| Altitude | 87 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Helena-West Helena
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 10,032 |
| Coordinates | 34.5291000, -90.5900000 |
| Altitude | 60 |
| Country | United States |
End: Helena-West Helena (-90.59, 34.5291)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 178 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $14.73 | $29.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.57 | $33.14 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.99 | $35.98 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $21.06 | $42.13 |
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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