How far is Saint Francis, AR from Brookings, AR?
The driving distance from Saint Francis, AR to Brookings, AR is about 47 miles (75.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.
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.
Town in Arkansas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Francis and Brookings.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Francis and Brookings.
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Start on South Hickory Street
126 m · 24 sec · South Hickory Street
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Turn left onto West Collins Street
33 m · 3 sec · West Collins Street
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Turn straight
7.4 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto North 3rd Avenue
675 ft · 13 sec · North 3rd Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto West Jackson Street
1037 ft · 19 sec · West Jackson Street
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Turn straight onto North Scurlock Avenue
1203 ft · 22 sec · North Scurlock Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto West North Street
20.9 mi · 31 min · West North Street
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Turn slight left
884 ft · 32 sec
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Turn straight
1.1 km · 59 sec
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Turn straight
4.8 mi · 7 min
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Turn slight right
9 mi · 16 min
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Turn right onto Southwest Elm Street
3.4 mi · 8 min · Southwest Elm Street
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Turn right onto County Road 201
25 m · 4 sec · County Road 201
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 201
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint Francis and Brookings.
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.
West North Street
Exit the roundabout onto West North Street
20.9 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Saint Francis and Mostly Sunny near Brookings.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Francis to Brookings?
The road trip is about 47 miles (75.7 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
McDougal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.5 miles from Saint Francis and 23.5 miles from Brookings.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 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 3:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.29 one way or $12.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Saint Francis and Mostly Sunny near Brookings.
Stop Ideas Near McDougal
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 McDougal.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Francis and Brookings. Straight-line distance: 34.05 mi (54.8 km).
#1 Saint Francis
City in Clay County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 225 |
| Coordinates | 36.4533900, -90.1453800 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brookings
Brookings is a place in Arkansas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 36.2850600, -90.7206700 |
| Altitude | 81 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brookings (-90.72067, 36.28506)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.29 | $12.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $7.07 | $14.14 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $7.68 | $15.35 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $8.99 | $17.98 |
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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