How far is Monticello, AR from Paragould, AR?
The driving distance from Monticello, AR to Paragould, AR is about 241.4 miles (388.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 183.2 miles (294.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 50m 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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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 Monticello and Paragould.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monticello and Paragould.
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Start on West Gaines Avenue
7 m · 6 sec · West Gaines Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
65 m · 10 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto West McCloy Avenue
1516 ft · 32 sec · West McCloy Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Hyatt Street
44 m · 3 sec · North Hyatt Street
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Turn slight right onto West Gaines Avenue
1851 ft · 31 sec · West Gaines Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right
67 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left
15.7 mi · 20 min
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Turn left onto Highway 11
1.7 mi · 2 min · Highway 11
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Turn right onto Highway 530
23.4 mi · 27 min · Highway 530
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Keep slight left to continue on I 530 North, US 65 North
2962 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
26.9 mi · 28 min · Wiley A Branton Sr Highway
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Continue straight
16.8 mi · 17 min
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Continue straight
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Saint Louis
28.4 mi · 29 min
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Continue straight
94.5 mi · 1 hr 38 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
2734 ft · 1 min
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Turn right
24 mi · 29 min
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Turn left onto West Court Street
1998 ft · 38 sec · West Court Street
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Turn left
1309 ft · 26 sec
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Turn right onto West Hunt Street
77 m · 11 sec · West Hunt Street
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Turn left onto North 14th Street
15 m · 2 sec · North 14th Street
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Turn right onto West Hunt Street
1113 ft · 33 sec · West Hunt Street
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Turn right onto Hayes Place
72 m · 16 sec · Hayes Place
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Turn left onto Winchester
971 ft · 43 sec · Winchester
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Winchester
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Monticello and Paragould.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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94.5 mi · 01h 38m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Monticello and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Paragould.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monticello to Paragould?
The road trip is about 241.4 miles (388.5 km) and usually takes 03h 55m 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?
Beebe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 120.2 miles from Monticello and 121.2 miles from Paragould.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 183.2 miles (294.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.2 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 9:10 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.27 one way or $64.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 75.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Monticello and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Paragould.
Stop Ideas Near Beebe
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 Beebe.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monticello and Paragould. Straight-line distance: 183.18 mi (294.8 km).
#1 Monticello
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 9,185 |
| Coordinates | 33.6290000, -91.7909600 |
| Altitude | 89 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Paragould
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 29,257 |
| Coordinates | 36.0584000, -90.4973300 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
End: Winchester (-90.497416, 36.058463)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 389 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 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 | $32.27 | $64.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $36.29 | $72.57 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $39.41 | $78.81 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $46.14 | $92.27 |
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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