How far is Jonesboro, AR from Cave Springs, AR?
The driving distance from Jonesboro, AR to Cave Springs, AR is about 304.2 miles (489.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 199.1 miles (320.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 02m 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 05h 31m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jonesboro and Cave Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro and Cave Springs.
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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
74.5 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 64 West, I 57 Business North: Beebe, Conway
2037 ft · 50 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 64 West: Conway
32.6 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit straight
2355 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
113.9 mi · 1 hr 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 North: Fayetteville
1977 ft · 48 sec
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Continue straight
46.4 mi · 47 min
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Keep slight left
4.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 412
1473 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 412
59 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto West Sunset Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Sunset Avenue
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Continue on East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
1982 ft · 39 sec · East Henri de Tonti Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Maestri Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · North Maestri Road
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Continue on South Elm Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Elm Street
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Continue on North Main Street Elm Springs
1.5 km · 2 min · North Main Street Elm Springs
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Continue on South Main Street (Cave Springs)
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Main Street (Cave Springs)
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Turn right onto Midway Avenue
16 m · 7 sec · Midway Avenue
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Turn left
13 m · 3 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 Cave Springs.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
US 64 West
Merge slight left
114 mi · 01h 54m
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 leaving Jonesboro and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cave Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jonesboro to Cave Springs?
The road trip is about 304.2 miles (489.5 km) and usually takes 05h 31m 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?
Morrilton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 152 miles from Jonesboro and 152.2 miles from Cave Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 199.1 miles (320.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 105.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:58 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.63 one way or $81.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 95.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Jonesboro and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Cave Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Morrilton
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 Morrilton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jonesboro and Cave Springs. Straight-line distance: 199.17 mi (320.54 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 Springs
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 5,737 |
| Coordinates | 36.2634100, -94.2318700 |
| Altitude | 352 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cave Springs (-94.23187, 36.26341)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 490 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 47m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $40.63 | $81.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $45.70 | $91.40 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $49.63 | $99.25 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $58.10 | $116.21 |
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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