How far is Pea Ridge, AR from Jonesboro, AR?
The driving distance from Pea Ridge, AR to Jonesboro, AR is about 248.9 miles (400.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 194.9 miles (313.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 59m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pea Ridge and Jonesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pea Ridge and Jonesboro.
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Start on North Curtis Avenue
13 m · 8 sec · North Curtis Avenue
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Turn left onto East Pickens Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Pickens Road
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Continue on State Highway 72
4 mi · 7 min · State Highway 72
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At the end of the road, turn left
28.2 mi · 45 min
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Continue on East Van Buren
9.1 mi · 13 min · East Van Buren
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Continue on Eureka Avenue
2652 ft · 45 sec · Eureka Avenue
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Continue on North Main Street
7.3 mi · 11 min · North Main Street
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Continue on West Main Street
16 mi · 23 min · West Main Street
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Keep slight left
774 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right
12.4 mi · 20 min
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Continue straight
31.1 mi · 35 min
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Continue straight
16.1 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right
49.9 mi · 57 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto T & C Boulevard
10.1 mi · 12 min · T & C Boulevard
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Turn right
3 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
45.1 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Continue straight
12 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right
1338 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left
31 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto West Washington Avenue
2.7 mi · 6 min · West Washington Avenue
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1351 ft · 29 sec · 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 Pea Ridge 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.
West Main Street
Take the exit slight right
49.9 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Pea Ridge and Mostly Sunny near Jonesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pea Ridge to Jonesboro?
The road trip is about 248.9 miles (400.6 km) and usually takes 04h 59m 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?
Mountain Home is a useful midpoint, sitting about 123.9 miles from Pea Ridge and 125 miles from Jonesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 194.9 miles (313.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 54 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.58 one way or $65.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 78 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Pea Ridge and Mostly Sunny near Jonesboro.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pea Ridge and Jonesboro. Straight-line distance: 194.93 mi (313.71 km).
#1 Pea Ridge
Pea Ridge is a place in Arkansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.4539600, -94.1152000 |
| Altitude | 393 |
| 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: 401 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 06m |
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 | $3.71 | $32.58 | $65.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.21 | $36.99 | $73.98 |
| Premium | $4.62 | $40.54 | $81.07 |
| Diesel | $5.84 | $51.27 | $102.53 |
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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