How far is Jonesboro, AR from Cave City, AR?
The driving distance from Jonesboro, AR to Cave City, AR is about 63.6 miles (102.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 18m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
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 39m.
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 Lawrence County, Arkansas, US
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jonesboro and Cave City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro and Cave City.
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Start on the route
23 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Cate Avenue
63 m · 12 sec · Cate Avenue
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1178 ft · 31 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Johnson Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Johnson Avenue
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Continue on North Gee Street
951 ft · 19 sec · North Gee Street
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Continue on Dan Avenue
2.7 mi · 5 min · Dan Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right
1463 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
27 mi · 34 min
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Turn right onto South 3rd Street
1013 ft · 27 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 25
11.8 mi · 21 min · State Highway 25
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Continue on South Main Street
7.7 mi · 13 min · South Main Street
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Continue straight
12.3 mi · 22 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Center Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jonesboro and Cave City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Dan Avenue
Merge slight left
27 mi · 00h 34m
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 Rain Showers leaving Jonesboro and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cave City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jonesboro to Cave City?
The road trip is about 63.6 miles (102.4 km) and usually takes 01h 39m 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?
Black Rock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.8 miles from Jonesboro and 31.8 miles from Cave City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.9 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 3:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.52 one way or $17.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Jonesboro and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cave City.
Stop Ideas Near Black Rock
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 Black Rock.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jonesboro and Cave City. Straight-line distance: 47.75 mi (76.85 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 Cave City
City in Oregon, USA
| Population | 1,927 |
| Coordinates | 35.9417400, -91.5484700 |
| Altitude | 206 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cave City (-91.54847, 35.94174)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 102 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
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 | $8.52 | $17.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $9.58 | $19.17 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $10.41 | $20.81 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $12.18 | $24.37 |
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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