How far is Pea Ridge, AR from Jonesboro, AR?
The driving distance from Pea Ridge, AR to Jonesboro, AR is about 157 miles (252.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.5 miles (221.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 24m 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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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 03h 12m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Monroe County, Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
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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 the route
3.4 mi · 6 min
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Turn slight right
731 ft · 15 sec
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Turn straight
24.8 mi · 37 min
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Continue on South Jackson Street
1205 ft · 20 sec · South Jackson Street
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Continue on North Whitehead Drive
2 mi · 3 min · North Whitehead Drive
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Continue on North Whitehead Street
23.7 mi · 35 min · North Whitehead Street
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Turn left
8.9 mi · 16 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
23.1 mi · 32 min
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Turn slight right
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto West Sycamore Street
1803 ft · 41 sec · West Sycamore Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2.6 mi · 5 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Old Military Road
25.4 mi · 38 min · Old Military Road
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At the end of the road, turn right
54 m · 8 sec
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Continue straight
38.9 mi · 58 min
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Continue on Southwest Drive
7.4 mi · 9 min · Southwest Drive
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Continue on 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 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.
Old Military Road
Continue straight
38.9 mi · 00h 58m
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 Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Pea Ridge and Slight Chance Rain Showers then 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 157 miles (252.7 km) and usually takes 03h 12m 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?
Brinkley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.9 miles from Pea Ridge and 75.1 miles from Jonesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.5 miles (221.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.5 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 10:36 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.98 one way or $41.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Pea Ridge and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny near Jonesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Brinkley
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 Brinkley.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pea Ridge and Jonesboro. Straight-line distance: 137.53 mi (221.33 km).
#1 Pea Ridge
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 6,452 |
| Coordinates | 33.9206600, -91.3367900 |
| Altitude | 47 |
| 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: 253 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $20.98 | $41.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $23.59 | $47.19 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $25.62 | $51.25 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $30.00 | $60.00 |
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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