How far is Witts Springs, AR from Saint Joe, AR?

The driving distance from Witts Springs, AR to Saint Joe, AR is about 28.5 miles (45.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 18.5 miles (29.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
28.55 mi
00h 39m
Flight
18.43 mi
29.66 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
18.43 mi
Kilometers
29.66 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
28.55 mi
Kilometers
45.95 km
Drive Time
00h 39m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Saint Joe
Thu, Apr 23, 5:35 AM CDT
Return by in Witts Springs
Thu, Apr 23, 6:15 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Witts Springs
2026-04-23T04:55
Arrive Saint Joe
Thu, Apr 23, 5:35 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 39m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:40 AM to 7:40 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:10 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Witts Springs
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

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.

Mid-route stop
Gilbert
AR

Town in Searcy County, Arkansas, United States

From Witts Springs
12.6 mi
00h 19m
To Saint Joe
16 mi
00h 19m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
73°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S
Destination
78°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Witts Springs and Saint Joe.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Witts Springs and Saint Joe.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    1469 ft · 24 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left

    11 mi · 19 min

  3. 3

    Turn right

    2 mi · 4 min

  4. 4

    Turn left onto County Road 34

    2.9 mi · 7 min · County Road 34

  5. 5

    Turn left onto County Road 33

    2.7 mi · 7 min · County Road 33

  6. 6

    Turn left

    6.2 mi · 9 min

  7. 7

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Witts Springs and Saint Joe.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
7 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
24.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
County Road 34
2.88 mi · 10%
County Road 33
2.68 mi · 9%
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn left

11 mi · 00h 19m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 39m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10 mi
18.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Gilbert
00h 19m from Witts Springs
Leave By
7:10 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Witts Springs and Mostly Sunny near Saint Joe.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Witts Springs to Saint Joe?

The road trip is about 28.5 miles (45.9 km) and usually takes 00h 39m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Gilbert is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.6 miles from Witts Springs and 16 miles from Saint Joe.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 18.5 miles (29.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.82 one way or $7.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Witts Springs and Mostly Sunny near Saint Joe.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Witts Springs and Saint Joe. Straight-line distance: 18.43 mi (29.66 km).

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#1 Witts Springs

Witts Springs is a place in Arkansas, United States.

Population0
Coordinates35.7681300, -92.8668400
Altitude584
CountryUnited States
Saint Joe

#2 Saint Joe

City in Searcy County, Arkansas, United States of America

Population124
Coordinates36.0300700, -92.8046100
Altitude243
CountryUnited States
Start: AR 16 (-92.868097, 35.768563)
End: US 65 (-92.804611, 36.030068)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 46 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 42m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 34m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 28m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 24m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 21m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.01 gal
3.81 L · about $3.82
Round trip
$7.65
2.02 gal · 7.62 L
Estimated CO2
9 kg one way
Round trip: 18 kg / 40 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.79 $3.82 $7.65
Mid-grade $4.26 $4.30 $8.60
Premium $4.63 $4.67 $9.34
Diesel $5.42 $5.47 $10.94

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Arkansas · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Witts Springs and Saint Joe. The current time is 04:55:38.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.