How far is Jonesboro, AR from Helena-West Helena, AR?
The driving distance from Jonesboro, AR to Helena-West Helena, AR is about 105.6 miles (170 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91 miles (146.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 17m 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 38m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Arkansas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jonesboro and Helena-West Helena.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro and Helena-West Helena.
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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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Turn left onto East Highland Drive
913 ft · 20 sec · East Highland Drive
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Turn right onto Harrisburg Road
4 mi · 7 min · Harrisburg Road
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Turn right onto Stadium Boulevard
5.1 mi · 8 min · Stadium Boulevard
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Continue on North Illinois Avenue
32.7 mi · 49 min · North Illinois Avenue
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Turn left
1.2 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto North Falls Boulevard
50.1 mi · 1 hr 14 min · North Falls Boulevard
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Turn left
6.1 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Martin Luther King Jr Drive
1 mi · 2 min · Martin Luther King Jr Drive
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Turn left onto Plaza Street
1.4 km · 1 min · Plaza Street
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Turn right onto South 10th Street
145 m · 8 sec · South 10th Street
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Continue on Richmond Drive
1886 ft · 32 sec · Richmond Drive
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Continue on Oakland Avenue
2.1 mi · 3 min · Oakland Avenue
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Continue on Porter Street
2428 ft · 48 sec · Porter Street
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Turn left onto Columbia Street
121 m · 11 sec · Columbia Street
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Turn right onto Perry Street
112 m · 18 sec · Perry Street
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Turn right onto Franklin Street
11 m · 2 sec · Franklin Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Franklin Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jonesboro and Helena-West Helena.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Falls Boulevard
Turn right onto North Falls Boulevard
50.1 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Jonesboro and Areas Of Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Helena-West Helena.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jonesboro to Helena-West Helena?
The road trip is about 105.6 miles (170 km) and usually takes 02h 38m 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?
Colt is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.9 miles from Jonesboro and 52.8 miles from Helena-West Helena.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91 miles (146.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.6 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 1:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.13 one way or $28.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Jonesboro and Areas Of Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Helena-West Helena.
Stop Ideas Near Colt
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Walnut Ridge
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jonesboro and Helena-West Helena. Straight-line distance: 90.96 mi (146.39 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 Helena-West Helena
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 10,032 |
| Coordinates | 34.5291000, -90.5900000 |
| Altitude | 60 |
| Country | United States |
End: Helena-West Helena (-90.59, 34.5291)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 170 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.13 | $28.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.89 | $31.77 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.25 | $34.50 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $20.20 | $40.40 |
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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