How far is Jonesboro, AR from Clarendon, AR?
The driving distance from Jonesboro, AR to Clarendon, AR is about 91.3 miles (147 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.5 miles (139.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 40m 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 20m.
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.
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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 Clarendon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro and Clarendon.
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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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Turn left
38.9 mi · 58 min
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Continue straight
54 m · 8 sec
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Continue straight
29.1 mi · 45 min
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Continue straight
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Turn slight left
1789 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto Old Military Road
10.6 mi · 19 min · Old Military Road
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Turn left onto North 9th Street
1898 ft · 39 sec · North 9th Street
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Turn right
1326 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on Madison Street
1347 ft · 39 sec · Madison Street
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Turn right onto North 2nd Street
28 m · 3 sec · North 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jonesboro and Clarendon.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
38.9 mi · 00h 58m
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 leaving Jonesboro and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Clarendon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jonesboro to Clarendon?
The road trip is about 91.3 miles (147 km) and usually takes 02h 20m 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?
McCrory is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.7 miles from Jonesboro and 45.6 miles from Clarendon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.5 miles (139.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 1:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.19 one way or $24.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Jonesboro and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Clarendon.
Stop Ideas Near McCrory
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 McCrory.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jonesboro and Clarendon. Straight-line distance: 86.52 mi (139.24 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 Clarendon
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 1,333 |
| Coordinates | 34.6931500, -91.3137400 |
| Altitude | 53 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clarendon (-91.31374, 34.69315)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 147 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $12.19 | $24.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $13.71 | $27.43 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $14.89 | $29.79 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $17.44 | $34.87 |
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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