How far is Pocahontas, AR from Jonesboro, AR?
The driving distance from Pocahontas, AR to Jonesboro, AR is about 39.3 miles (63.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.6 miles (52.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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 00h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pocahontas and Jonesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pocahontas and Jonesboro.
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Start on West Broadway Street
655 ft · 13 sec · West Broadway Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
13.6 mi · 15 min
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Keep slight left
1.3 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 63 South: Jonesboro
1389 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
7 mi · 9 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 Pocahontas 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.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
13.6 mi · 00h 15m
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 Pocahontas and Sunny near Jonesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pocahontas to Jonesboro?
The road trip is about 39.3 miles (63.3 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Hoxie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.8 miles from Pocahontas and 19.5 miles from Jonesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.6 miles (52.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.26 one way or $10.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pocahontas and Sunny near Jonesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Hoxie
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 Hoxie.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pocahontas and Jonesboro. Straight-line distance: 32.57 mi (52.42 km).
#1 Pocahontas
City in Arkansas
| Population | 6,767 |
| Coordinates | 36.2614600, -90.9712300 |
| 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: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.26 | $10.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $6.43 | $12.86 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $7.53 | $15.05 |
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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