How far is Jonesboro, AR from Cabot, AR?
The driving distance from Jonesboro, AR to Cabot, AR is about 107.8 miles (173.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 95.1 miles (153.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 28m 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 44m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jonesboro and Cabot.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro and Cabot.
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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
84 mi · 1 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 89: Cabot
1111 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right
97 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto West Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn uturn
59 m · 15 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 Jonesboro and Cabot.
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
84 mi · 01h 26m
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.
Sunny leaving Jonesboro and Sunny near Cabot.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jonesboro to Cabot?
The road trip is about 107.8 miles (173.5 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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 53.7 miles from Jonesboro and 54.1 miles from Cabot.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 95.1 miles (153.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.7 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 3:02 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.39 one way or $28.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jonesboro and Sunny near Cabot.
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 Jonesboro and Cabot. Straight-line distance: 95.16 mi (153.15 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 Cabot
City in Arkansas
| Population | 26,466 |
| Coordinates | 34.9745300, -92.0165300 |
| Altitude | 91 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-92.016454, 34.974477)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 173 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 20m |
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 | $14.39 | $28.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $16.18 | $32.37 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.58 | $35.15 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $20.58 | $41.15 |
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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