How far is West Memphis, AR from Paragould, AR?
The driving distance from West Memphis, AR to Paragould, AR is about 76.4 miles (122.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m 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 01h 22m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Memphis and Paragould.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Memphis and Paragould.
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Start on the route
6 m · 7 sec
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Turn left onto East Broadway Boulevard
27 m · 6 sec · East Broadway Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Missouri Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Missouri Street
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Turn right onto East Service Road
84 m · 9 sec · East Service Road
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Turn slight left
913 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on North Service Road
1854 ft · 37 sec · North Service Road
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Take the ramp straight
15.5 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 555, AR 77, US 63: Turrell, Marked Tree, Jonesboro
2450 ft · 60 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 555, US 63: Marked Tree, Jonesboro
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
39.1 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right
1389 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left
35 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto East Nettleton Avenue
1445 ft · 29 sec · East Nettleton Avenue
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Turn right onto Industrial Drive
1 km · 2 min · Industrial Drive
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Continue on Kathleen Street
2.3 mi · 6 min · Kathleen Street
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Continue on Craighead 901 Rd
1.2 mi · 3 min · Craighead 901 Rd
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Turn left onto Craighead 912 Rd
1053 ft · 30 sec · Craighead 912 Rd
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Turn right onto East Johnson Avenue
9.7 mi · 15 min · East Johnson Avenue
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Continue straight
5.7 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto West Hunt Street
77 m · 11 sec · West Hunt Street
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Turn left onto North 14th Street
15 m · 2 sec · North 14th Street
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Turn right onto West Hunt Street
1113 ft · 33 sec · West Hunt Street
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Turn right onto Hayes Place
72 m · 16 sec · Hayes Place
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Turn left onto Winchester
971 ft · 43 sec · Winchester
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Winchester
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Memphis and Paragould.
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.
I 555
Merge slight left
39.1 mi · 00h 40m
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 leaving West Memphis and Mostly Sunny near Paragould.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Memphis to Paragould?
The road trip is about 76.4 miles (122.9 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Trumann is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.4 miles from West Memphis and 37 miles from Paragould.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.4 miles (105.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 3:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.19 one way or $20.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Memphis and Mostly Sunny near Paragould.
Stop Ideas Near Trumann
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 West Memphis and Paragould. Straight-line distance: 65.41 mi (105.27 km).
#1 West Memphis
City in Arkansas, United States
| Population | 24,158 |
| Coordinates | 35.1464800, -90.1845400 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Paragould
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 29,257 |
| Coordinates | 36.0584000, -90.4973300 |
| Altitude | 92 |
| Country | United States |
End: Winchester (-90.497416, 36.058463)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 123 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $10.19 | $20.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $11.46 | $22.91 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $12.44 | $24.88 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $14.57 | $29.13 |
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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