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Paragould, AR Road Trips

Paragould, AR serves as a quiet starting point in the Southeast, connecting drivers to 7 outbound routes across the area. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 275 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Paragould, AR head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

city in Greene County, Arkansas, United States

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Trip Routes

15

Longest Drive

295.3 mi

De Queen, AR

Quickest Drive

3h 59m

Arkadelphia, AR

Plan Around Paragould, AR

Trips from Paragould, AR

Driving from Paragould, AR

Expect an average of 275 miles and about 5h 26m behind the wheel when leaving Paragould, AR. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 295 miles (5h 59m), while the shortest is just 253 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Paragould, AR include De Queen, AR (295.3 mi, 5h 59m), Magnolia, AR (291.3 mi, 5h 31m), Fort Smith, AR (281 mi, 5h 5m), Greenwood, AR (280.3 mi, 5h 2m), and Cave Springs, AR (263.6 mi, 5h 35m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

For the average 275-mile drive from Paragould, AR, expect to burn about 10.8 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 7 mapped routes leaving Paragould, AR and 8 routes heading into Paragould, AR, covering 15 total connections. Distances range from 253 to 295 miles.

The longest mapped route from Paragould, AR covers 295 miles and takes approximately 5h 59m. Shorter options start at just 253 miles.

The average route from Paragould, AR runs about 275 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 26m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

The most popular road trip destinations from Paragould, AR include De Queen, AR, Magnolia, AR, Fort Smith, AR and Greenwood, AR. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Paragould, AR by the Numbers

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

Population

29,940

Median Income

$56,181

Median Home Value

$175,400

Median Age

36.2

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

Paragould, AR at a Glance

Founded

1883

Elevation

302 ft

Area

31 mi²

Notable People from Paragould, AR

A sampling of people born in Paragould, AR.

Jeanne Carmen

Jeanne Carmen

1930–2007

American model, actress and trick golfer (1930–2007)

Iris DeMent

Iris DeMent

1961

American singer and songwriter

James W. Wood

1924–1990

American astronaut (1924-1990)

Huelet Benner

1917–1999

sport shooter

Richard Travis

1913–1989

American actor (1913-1989)

Skyler Bowlin

Skyler Bowlin

1989

American basketball player (1989-)

Molly Rawn

1982

American business executive and politician (born 1982)

Sam O'Steen

1923–2000

American film editor and director (1923–2000)

Marko Stunt

Marko Stunt

1996

American professional wrestler

Landmarks & Historic Sites

Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Paragould, AR.

Greene County Courthouse

Greene County Courthouse

courthouse in Arkansas, United States

National Register of Historic Places listed place
Linwood Mausoleum

Linwood Mausoleum

mausoleum in Linwood Cemetery, Paragould, Arkansas, United States

National Register of Historic Places listed place
Paragould Downtown Commercial Historic District

Paragould Downtown Commercial Historic District

historic district in Arkansas, United States

National Register of Historic Places listed place

City data from Wikidata (Q79386), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.

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