Origin
Beebe, AR
Morning in Beebe on Tuesday
Local time
7:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beebe, AR to Jonesboro, AR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
95.3 mi
153 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beebe, AR
Tima Miroshnichenko
Trip Overview
Beebe, AR to Jonesboro, AR is 95.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 44 minutes via I 57, US 78, and Southwest Drive, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within Arkansas, connecting two locations in the Southeast region. Expect a straightforward journey primarily on major roads. It’s a short enough trip to complete comfortably in a single day, making it ideal for a quick hop between these two points without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.6 miles from Beebe, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 72 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 78 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| Southwest Drive | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| South Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| US 67B | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Cate Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 72 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beebe, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on East Center Street
107 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Center Street
2
Turn right onto I 57 Business; AR 31
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
3
Take the ramp onto US 67B
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 67B
4
Merge onto I 57; US 64; US 167
72 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
I 57; US 64; US 167
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
6
Keep slight right at fork
346 ft
·
8 sec
7
Merge onto US 78; AR 226
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 78; AR 226
8
Continue on US 49; US 63; US 78
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Southwest Drive
9
Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
10
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cate Avenue
11
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this trip is best tackled in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. There are no designated stops in the data, but with 72 miles on I 57, consider a brief pause near the halfway point if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel; while the estimated cost is around $14, it's always wise to top off before embarking on the longest stretch. Planning your departure to avoid peak traffic on US 78 and Southwest Drive as you enter Jonesboro could make for a smoother arrival.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47.6 miles from Beebe, AR, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 21 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.6 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jonesboro, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beebe, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Beebe, AR
This is one driving day of about 95.3 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Beebe, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 72 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.6 miles from Beebe, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 95.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
I 57 Business; AR 31 / North Main Street
Turn right onto I 57 Business; AR 31 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 57; US 64; US 167
Merge onto I 57; US 64; US 167
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
73.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward AR 226: Jonesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
4
74.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
95.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.39 one way
$28.79 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $15.80 | $31.60 |
| premium | $4.56 | $17.11 | $34.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.04 | $42.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.01 | $4.57 |
| Efficient EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.34 | $3.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.1 | 0 | $13.34 | $6.10 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Jonesboro, AR
Morning in Jonesboro on Tuesday
Local time
7:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Calvin, AR
48 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 44m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway experience, with 89% of the drive taking place on major roadways like I 57. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 72 miles on I 57, allowing for steady progress. The journey transitions from interstate cruising to utilizing US 78 and Southwest Drive as you approach your destination. This highway-centric profile suggests a driving experience focused on efficiency rather than winding scenic byways.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 72 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 78. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 57 Business; AR 31 / North Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 44m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 57 Business; AR 31 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 57; US 64; US 167): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 73.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
About the Cities
Arriving in Jonesboro, AR
Full guide →Jonesboro is a city in the Delta region of Arkansas.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 95.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 72 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 57 Business; AR 31 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (I 57; US 64; US 167): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 73.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jonesboro, AR before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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