How far is Jonesboro, AR from Augusta, AR?
The driving distance from Jonesboro, AR to Augusta, AR is about 69.7 miles (112.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.6 miles (86.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 15m 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 01h 37m.
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.
Human settlement in Jackson County, Arkansas, United States of America
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 Jonesboro and Augusta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro and Augusta.
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Start on the route
23 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Cate Avenue
140 m · 25 sec · Cate Avenue
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Turn left onto Union Street
2991 ft · 1 min · Union Street
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Turn left onto West Oak Avenue
78 m · 9 sec · West Oak Avenue
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Southwest Drive
7.4 mi · 9 min · Southwest Drive
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Continue straight
12.5 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit sharp left
1938 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
19.9 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 17: Newport
1440 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight left
29 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Turn right
11.9 mi · 21 min
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Turn right
12.2 mi · 22 min
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Turn right onto Shell Street
1379 ft · 28 sec · Shell Street
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Turn left onto North 5th Street
1351 ft · 27 sec · North 5th Street
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Continue on Magnolia
686 ft · 19 sec · Magnolia
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Turn left onto North 3rd Street
2624 ft · 52 sec · North 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jonesboro and Augusta.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Southwest Drive
Merge slight left
19.9 mi · 00h 21m
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 Jonesboro and Mostly Sunny near Augusta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jonesboro to Augusta?
The road trip is about 69.7 miles (112.2 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?
Campbell Station is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.9 miles from Jonesboro and 34.9 miles from Augusta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.6 miles (86.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.1 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 3:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.32 one way or $18.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Jonesboro and Mostly Sunny near Augusta.
Stop Ideas Near Campbell Station
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 Campbell Station.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jonesboro and Augusta. Straight-line distance: 53.64 mi (86.33 km).
#1 Jonesboro
The most populous city in Craighead County, Arkansas.
| Population | 79,859 |
| Coordinates | 35.8423000, -90.7042800 |
| Altitude | 99 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Augusta
Town in Arkansas
| Population | 1,929 |
| Coordinates | 35.2823100, -91.3654100 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
End: Augusta (-91.36541, 35.28231)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 112 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $9.32 | $18.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $10.48 | $20.95 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $11.38 | $22.76 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $13.32 | $26.64 |
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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