How far is Marianna, AR from Jonesboro, AR?
The driving distance from Marianna, AR to Jonesboro, AR is about 80.3 miles (129.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.9 miles (118.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 16m 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 01h 38m.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marianna and Jonesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marianna and Jonesboro.
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Start on North Poplar Street
90 m · 13 sec · North Poplar Street
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Turn left onto East Chestnut Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East Chestnut Street
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Turn right onto Forrest Avenue
34.8 mi · 51 min · Forrest Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.2 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
37.8 mi · 56 min
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Turn left onto Harrisburg Road
4 mi · 7 min · Harrisburg Road
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Turn left onto East Highland Drive
651 ft · 13 sec · East Highland Drive
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Turn slight right
153 m · 22 sec
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Turn straight onto South Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Cate Avenue
63 m · 14 sec · Cate Avenue
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Turn left
23 m · 5 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 Marianna and Jonesboro.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Forrest Avenue
Continue straight
37.8 mi · 00h 56m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Marianna and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Jonesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marianna to Jonesboro?
The road trip is about 80.3 miles (129.2 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Wynne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40 miles from Marianna and 40.3 miles from Jonesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.9 miles (118.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 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 3:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.72 one way or $21.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Marianna and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Jonesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Wynne
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 Wynne.
Central Station
Walnut Ridge
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marianna and Jonesboro. Straight-line distance: 73.89 mi (118.92 km).
#1 Marianna
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 3,296 |
| Coordinates | 34.7737100, -90.7576100 |
| Altitude | 69 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jonesboro
The most populous city in Craighead County, Arkansas.
| Population | 79,859 |
| Coordinates | 35.8423000, -90.7042800 |
| Altitude | 99 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cate Avenue (-90.704283, 35.842092)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 129 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $10.72 | $21.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $12.05 | $24.11 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $13.09 | $26.18 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $15.32 | $30.65 |
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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