If you are planning a trip from Booneville to Jonesboro, expect a 227.3-mile journey that takes approximately 3 hours and 53 minutes to complete. Because this route is manageable within a single day, you can easily tackle it as a straightforward day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Highway 10, Highway 7, and Union Street rather than relying on major interstates. Budgeting around $35 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. This drive keeps you entirely within the Southeast region of Arkansas, offering a transition between two distinct points in the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
114.8 miles from Booneville, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 28m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 64
74.6 mi
1h 17m
I 40
42.1 mi
42m
East Main Street
26.2 mi
39m
Vilonia Bypass
25.9 mi
32m
AR 27
18.1 mi
27m
US 78
12.1 mi
13m
West State Highway 10
7.9 mi
11m
Southwest Drive
7.4 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 74.6 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Booneville, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
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Start on AR 10
24 mi·36 min·East Main Street
2
Continue on AR 10
7.9 mi·11 min·West State Highway 10
3
Turn left onto AR 27
6.1 mi·10 min·AR 27
4
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·26 sec·this road
5
Continue on AR 27
12 mi·16 min·AR 27
6
Turn sharp left onto AR 7
205 ft·12 sec·North State Highway 7
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Continue on AR 22
374 ft·9 sec·AR 22
8
Turn right onto AR 7
4.9 mi·5 min·Union Street
9
Turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi·3 min·East Main Street
10
Turn left onto AR 331
0.3 mi·28 sec·AR 331
Use the left lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 84Toward I-40
12
Merge onto I 40
42 mi·42 min·I 40
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward US 64
14
Keep slight left at fork
212 ft·8 sec
15
Turn left onto US 64
1.8 mi·3 min·East Oak Street
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Continue on US 64
5.4 mi·6 min·State Highway 64
17
Continue on US 64
26 mi·32 min·Vilonia Bypass
Use the straight lane.
18
Take the exit onto US 64
75 mi·1 hr 17 min·US 64
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Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
20
Keep slight right at fork
346 ft·8 sec
21
Merge onto US 78; AR 226
12 mi·13 min·US 78; AR 226
22
Continue on US 49; US 63; US 78
7.4 mi·9 min·Southwest Drive
23
Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi·2 min·South Main Street
24
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft·14 sec·Cate Avenue
25
Turn left
75 ft·5 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Aim to leave early in the day to give yourself plenty of flexibility, as the turn-heavy nature of these roads can make progress feel slower than a typical highway drive. With only one recommended stop planned, you have the freedom to choose exactly where to pull over and stretch your legs along the way. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the trip, as you should set aside $35 to cover your total costs. Since you are navigating local roads, ensure your GPS is updated before you depart to handle the frequent transitions between Highway 10, Highway 7, and Union Street. Taking your time on the curves will make the nearly four-hour journey much more comfortable.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 114.8 miles from Booneville, AR, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.6 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 51 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.8 miles or 2h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 48m
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 Booneville, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Booneville, AR
This is one driving day of about 229.6 miles and 4h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Booneville, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 64 for about 74.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 50.3 and 100.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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50.3 mi into trip|~1h 15m in|AR 7 / Union Street
Turn right onto AR 7 / Union Street
Navigation decision point
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55.1 mi into trip|~1h 21m in|US 64 / East Main Street
Turn right onto US 64 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
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57.4 mi into trip|~1h 25m in|AR 331
Turn left onto AR 331
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
57.7 mi into trip|~1h 25m in
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 84
Toward I-40
5
100.3 mi into trip|~2h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.68 one way
$69.35 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$38.06
$76.13
premium
$4.56
$41.21
$82.42
diesel
$5.61
$50.69
$101.39
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
68.9
0
$24.11
$11.02
Efficient EV
57.4
0
$20.09
$9.18
EV Truck/SUV
91.8
1
$32.14
$14.69
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Booneville, AR
Morning
in Booneville on Sunday
Local time
7:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jonesboro, AR
Morning
in Jonesboro on Sunday
Local time
7:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
4h 36m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Since this route utilizes 0% interstate highways, you will spend your time navigating smaller roads that offer a much more intimate look at the local landscape. The journey avoids the monotony of fast-paced highway stretches, favoring a winding path that keeps the drive engaging from start to finish. Expect a consistent, technical experience as you move through Arkansas, rather than long, straight-line segments. It is the ideal choice if you prefer a hands-on driving experience over an automated interstate cruise.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.6 mi on US 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and I 40. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 50.3 miles in near AR 7 / Union Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 229.6 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 50.3 miles (AR 7 / Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.1 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 57.4 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
546 ft200 ft
Total Climb
272 ft
Total Descent
450 ft
Highest Point
546 ft
~9.6 mi in
Elevation Range
346 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 36m. Total distance: 229.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.6 miles on US 64. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Jonesboro, AR before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 50.3 miles (AR 7 / Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.1 miles (US 64 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 57.4 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Jonesboro, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
