How far is Jonesboro, AR from Fairfield Bay, AR?
The driving distance from Jonesboro, AR to Fairfield Bay, AR is about 124 miles (199.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.9 miles (144.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 57m 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 02h 58m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jonesboro and Fairfield Bay.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro and Fairfield Bay.
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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
37.3 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 87: Bradford
1515 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight right
42 m · 3 sec
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Turn slight right onto East Main Street
9.3 mi · 16 min · East Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
1.2 km · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
5 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto Blackland Road
1382 ft · 28 sec · Blackland Road
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Continue on Floral Road
16.3 mi · 29 min · Floral Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Heber Springs Road North
7.4 mi · 11 min · Heber Springs Road North
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Turn right onto Greers Ferry Road
14.4 mi · 25 min · Greers Ferry Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Edgemont Road
8 mi · 14 min · Edgemont Road
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Turn left onto Dave Creek Parkway
3 mi · 7 min · Dave Creek Parkway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dave Creek Parkway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jonesboro and Fairfield Bay.
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
37.3 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Jonesboro and Rain Showers Likely near Fairfield Bay.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jonesboro to Fairfield Bay?
The road trip is about 124 miles (199.6 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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 62 miles from Jonesboro and 62 miles from Fairfield Bay.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.9 miles (144.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.1 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 12:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.55 one way or $33.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Jonesboro and Rain Showers Likely near Fairfield Bay.
Stop Ideas Near Bradford
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jonesboro and Fairfield Bay. Straight-line distance: 89.92 mi (144.72 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 Fairfield Bay
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,014 |
| Coordinates | 35.5942400, -92.2779300 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fairfield Bay (-92.27793, 35.59424)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 200 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
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 | $16.55 | $33.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $18.61 | $37.22 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $20.21 | $40.42 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $23.66 | $47.33 |
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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