Jonesboro, AR Road Trips

Drivers starting from Jonesboro, AR have 15 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Southeast. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 22-mile quick runs to 322-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Jonesboro, AR head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

Jonesboro, AR

Trip Routes

68

Longest Drive

322.2 mi

Bella Vista, AR

Quickest Drive

14m

Bono, AR

Plan Around Jonesboro, AR

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Jonesboro, AR is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Bentonville, AR to Jonesboro, AR 312.7 mi · 5h 36m Fayetteville, AR to Jonesboro, AR 288 mi · 5h 10m West Fork, AR to Jonesboro, AR 277.8 mi · 4h 56m Texarkana, AR to Jonesboro, AR 269.9 mi · 4h 46m

Continue From Jonesboro, AR

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Jonesboro, AR to Bella Vista, AR 322.2 mi · 5h 49m Jonesboro, AR to De Queen, AR 271.4 mi · 5h 32m Jonesboro, AR to Barling, AR 261.7 mi · 4h 44m Jonesboro, AR to Mena, AR 258.6 mi · 5h 9m

Trips from Jonesboro, AR

Jonesboro, AR to Bella Vista, AR

322.2 mi 5h 49m

Jonesboro, AR to De Queen, AR

271.4 mi 5h 32m

Jonesboro, AR to Barling, AR

261.7 mi 4h 44m

Jonesboro, AR to Mena, AR

258.6 mi 5h 9m

Jonesboro, AR to Dermott, AR

242.6 mi 4h 32m

Jonesboro, AR to Tennessee, AR

218.6 mi 4h 1m

Jonesboro, AR to Glenwood, AR

214.9 mi 4h 9m

Jonesboro, AR to Clarksville, AR

199.9 mi 3h 39m

Jonesboro, AR to Pine Bluff, AR

171.1 mi 3h 7m

Jonesboro, AR to North Little Rock, AR

127.1 mi 2h 17m

Jonesboro, AR to Lonoke, AR

116.4 mi 2h 21m

Jonesboro, AR to Bryant, AR

72.4 mi 1h 40m

Jonesboro, AR to Manila, AR

36.4 mi 51m

Jonesboro, AR to Hoxie, AR

22.8 mi 32m

Jonesboro, AR to Paragould, AR

21.7 mi 35m

Driving from Jonesboro, AR

On average, trips departing from Jonesboro, AR run 171 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 16m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 322 miles (5h 49m), while the shortest is just 22 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Jonesboro, AR most often head toward Bella Vista, AR (322.2 mi, 5h 49m), De Queen, AR (271.4 mi, 5h 32m), Barling, AR (261.7 mi, 4h 44m), Mena, AR (258.6 mi, 5h 9m), and Dermott, AR (242.6 mi, 4h 32m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

For the average 171-mile drive from Jonesboro, AR, expect to burn about 6.7 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.

Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 15 mapped routes leaving Jonesboro, AR and 53 routes heading into Jonesboro, AR, covering 68 total connections. Distances range from 22 to 322 miles.

The longest mapped route from Jonesboro, AR covers 322 miles and takes approximately 5h 49m. Shorter options start at just 22 miles.

The average route from Jonesboro, AR runs about 171 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 16m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

The most popular road trip destinations from Jonesboro, AR include Bella Vista, AR, De Queen, AR, Barling, AR and Mena, AR. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Jonesboro, AR by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

79,187

Median Income

$52,559

Median Home Value

$213,400

Median Age

33.7

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

Traveler Guide to Jonesboro, AR

Jonesboro is a city in the Delta region of Arkansas.

1 Forrest L. Wood Crowley's Ridge Nature Center, 600 E Lawson Rd (in the southern part of town), ☏ +1 870 933-6787. This is a great place to spend a few hours and relax while either watching the animals from the air-conditioned observation deck or hiking along the several trails which wind around the property. Children will love the interactive exhibits in the main building. Fliers at the door contain information on Arkansas hunting as well as other things. (updated Dec 2024) University Museum, 320 University Loop (on Arkansas State University campus), ☏ +1 870-972-2074. Tu-Sa 10AM-5PM. Natural history and cultural exhibits of the area. free, $2 donation welcomed. Bradbury Art Museum, 201 Olympic Dr (on Arkansas State University campus), ☏ +1 870-972-3687. Tu-Sa Noon-5PM. Contemporary art. free.

1 Crowley's Ridge State Park, 2092 AR-168 North, Paragould, ☏ +1 870 573-6751. This state park centers around the geographical oddity of Crowley's Ridge, a loess formation of elevated land in an otherwise flat delta region. In addition, the park features some attractive stone and log buildings built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. Free. (updated Sep 2021) 2 Lake Frierson State Park, 7904 AR-141, ☏ +1 870 932-2615. A nice relaxing environment with lake and trees. You can bring hiking boots, a fishing pole, or tent, or rent a boat. Free. (updated Sep 2021)

Jonesboro has a steadily-expanding array of national chains - Outback, Chili's, Olive Garden - so you'll find many familiar names. But there are a growing number of popular independent, home-grown choices as well. 1 Demo's Smokehouse and Barbecue, 1851 South Church St (Just north of Highland and South Main), ☏ +1 870 935-6633. Daily 11AM-8:30PM. Locally celebrated for its barbecue and beans. Superfast service. 2 Upper Crust Pizza Co., 3120 Shelby Drive, ☏ +1 870 336-7500. Su-Th 11AM-10PM, F Sa 11AM-11PM. Good selection of pizzas and salads that goes beyond national chains in choices. Comfortable hangout to watch big sporting events.

Jonesboro is in a dry county, but there are a few restaurants and clubs in town that serve alcohol if you have a membership.

1 Holiday Inn, 3006 South Caraway Rd, ☏ +1 870 3335100, toll-free: +1 800 788 271, [email protected]. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM. 2 Motel 6, 2300 South Caraway Road, ☏ +1 870 520-6367. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM.

The closest major airport to Jonesboro is in Memphis, Tennessee (MEM IATA). 1 Jonesboro Municipal Airport (JBR IATA). A small airport that has non-stop service on Air Choice One to St. Louis.

The main streets to remember are Johnson Ave, Nettleton Ave, Highland Dr, Main St./Southwest Dr., Caraway Rd, Stadium Blvd, which is south of Interstate 555, and Red Wolf Boulevard which was North of Interstate 555. Same street different names depending on your location. These six streets form a sort of grid around town. Another one to know is US HWY 63 (renamed Interstate 555) as it is how you are going to enter and leave Jonesboro. Southwest Drive, Caraway Road, and Stadium Blvd are all accessible from 63; the other three intersect the three accessible from 63.

Travel tips adapted from Jonesboro (Arkansas) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.