How far is Wrightsville, AR from Jonesboro, AR?
The driving distance from Wrightsville, AR to Jonesboro, AR is about 142 miles (228.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 120.9 miles (194.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 34m 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 02h 17m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wrightsville and Jonesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wrightsville and Jonesboro.
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Start on Williams Avenue
17 m · 8 sec · Williams Avenue
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Turn left onto State Highway 365
6.3 mi · 9 min · State Highway 365
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At the end of the road, turn right
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn slight right onto 3 M Cutoff
808 ft · 36 sec · 3 M Cutoff
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Turn right onto 3 M Road
1.2 km · 1 min · 3 M Road
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Continue on Frazier Pike
2123 ft · 48 sec · Frazier Pike
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Turn left onto Bankhead Drive
2383 ft · 51 sec · Bankhead Drive
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Turn left onto Jones Street
54 m · 4 sec · Jones Street
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Turn straight onto Bankhead Drive
96 m · 7 sec · Bankhead Drive
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Take the ramp right
1458 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto East Belt Freeway
10.7 mi · 12 min · East Belt Freeway
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Continue on I 57, US 67, US 167: Sherwood, North Little Rock, Jacksonville
1713 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 57 North, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville
2567 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
21.2 mi · 21 min
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Continue straight
74.3 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 226: Jonesboro
2502 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right
105 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left
12.1 mi · 14 min
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Continue on Southwest Drive
7.4 mi · 9 min · Southwest Drive
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Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · 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 Wrightsville and Jonesboro.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 57 North
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74.3 mi · 01h 17m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Wrightsville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jonesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wrightsville to Jonesboro?
The road trip is about 142 miles (228.5 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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?
Bald Knob is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.1 miles from Wrightsville and 72.9 miles from Jonesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 120.9 miles (194.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.1 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 1:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.97 one way or $37.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Wrightsville and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jonesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Bald Knob
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 Wrightsville and Jonesboro. Straight-line distance: 120.94 mi (194.64 km).
#1 Wrightsville
City in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States
| Population | 2,054 |
| Coordinates | 34.6023200, -92.2168100 |
| Altitude | 78 |
| 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: 229 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $18.97 | $37.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $21.34 | $42.68 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $23.17 | $46.34 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $27.13 | $54.26 |
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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