How far is Piggott, AR from Jonesboro, AR?
The driving distance from Piggott, AR to Jonesboro, AR is about 53.1 miles (85.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.1 miles (75.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 13m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 06m.
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.
Human settlement in Greene County, Arkansas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Piggott and Jonesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Piggott and Jonesboro.
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Start on the route
60 m · 20 sec
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1087 ft · 20 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Thornton Avenue
2707 ft · 46 sec · South Thornton Avenue
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Continue on East Pfeiffer Street
6.2 mi · 9 min · East Pfeiffer Street
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Continue straight
14.2 mi · 21 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Franklin Street
24 m · 2 sec · East Franklin Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Franklin Street
3.5 mi · 5 min · East Franklin Street
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Continue straight
3.5 mi · 5 min
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1362 ft · 23 sec
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1.5 km · 1 min
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2 mi · 3 min
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1.5 km · 1 min
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5.1 mi · 8 min
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13.6 mi · 20 min
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Turn slight right onto East Johnson Avenue
2.4 mi · 5 min · East Johnson Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
774 ft · 16 sec · North Main Street
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Continue on Union Street
154 m · 17 sec · Union Street
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Turn left onto Burke Avenue
140 m · 25 sec · Burke Avenue
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Turn left
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Arrive at your destination
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Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Piggott and Jonesboro.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
East Pfeiffer Street
Continue straight
14.2 mi · 00h 21m
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.
Sunny leaving Piggott 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 Piggott to Jonesboro?
The road trip is about 53.1 miles (85.4 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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?
Oak Grove Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.8 miles from Piggott and 26.2 miles from Jonesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.1 miles (75.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 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 4:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.08 one way or $14.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Piggott and Mostly Sunny near Jonesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Oak Grove Heights
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Piggott and Jonesboro. Straight-line distance: 47.08 mi (75.77 km).
#1 Piggott
City in Clay County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 3,498 |
| Coordinates | 36.3828400, -90.1906500 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| 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: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $7.08 | $14.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.96 | $15.93 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $8.65 | $17.30 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $10.13 | $20.25 |
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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