How far is Jonesboro, AR from Marshall, AR?
The driving distance from Jonesboro, AR to Marshall, AR is about 145 miles (233.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108 miles (173.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 54m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 27m.
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Halfway Point
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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 Marshall.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesboro and Marshall.
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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
16.6 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 18: Newport
1801 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight right
40 m · 3 sec
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Turn slight right onto Air Base Road
3220 ft · 60 sec · Air Base Road
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Turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Tucker Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Tucker Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Main Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn straight onto Bergen Lake Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Bergen Lake Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
25.6 mi · 40 min
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Turn left onto South Saint Louis Street
2601 ft · 1 min · South Saint Louis Street
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Continue on Batesville Boulevard
1.9 mi · 3 min · Batesville Boulevard
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Turn slight right onto Triangle Lane
1488 ft · 33 sec · Triangle Lane
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Heber Springs Road
6.8 mi · 10 min · Heber Springs Road
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Turn right onto Mountain View Road
6.1 mi · 9 min · Mountain View Road
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Turn straight onto East Main Street
36.8 mi · 55 min · East Main Street
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Continue straight
15.8 mi · 24 min
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Turn right onto Main Street
107 m · 11 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Oak Street
894 ft · 18 sec · Oak Street
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Turn right
7.4 mi · 11 min
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Turn left onto Center Street
577 ft · 12 sec · Center Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Center Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jonesboro and Marshall.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Main Street
Turn straight onto East Main Street
36.8 mi · 00h 55m
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 Mostly Sunny near Marshall.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jonesboro to Marshall?
The road trip is about 145 miles (233.4 km) and usually takes 03h 27m 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?
Bryant is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.5 miles from Jonesboro and 72.6 miles from Marshall.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108 miles (173.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 37 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 10:06 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.39 one way or $38.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Jonesboro and Mostly Sunny near Marshall.
Stop Ideas Near Bryant
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 Bryant.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jonesboro and Marshall. Straight-line distance: 107.98 mi (173.78 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 Marshall
City in Searcy County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 1,327 |
| Coordinates | 35.9089600, -92.6312700 |
| Altitude | 317 |
| Country | United States |
End: Marshall (-92.63127, 35.90896)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $19.39 | $38.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.81 | $43.61 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.68 | $47.36 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.72 | $55.45 |
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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