This 271.8-mile drive from Centerton, AR to Paragould, AR is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take around 5 hours and 44 minutes. The majority of your journey will be on US 62, making up 56% of the total route. With a fuel cost estimated at $42, this route offers a straightforward path through the Southeast region of Arkansas. While it's designed for a single day, you'll have a good amount of driving time, so planning for a brief stop is wise. This is a practical, no-frills drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
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
135.9 miles from Centerton, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 52m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 62
129 mi
2h 36m
West Robinson Avenue
58.8 mi
1h 10m
West Main Street
26.8 mi
32m
US 65
12.4 mi
20m
T & C Boulevard
10.1 mi
11m
I 49
7.4 mi
7m
Main Street
5.9 mi
8m
Portia Road
3.9 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
US 62
— 129 mi, about 2h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Centerton, AR and Paragould, AR.
1
Start on West Spring Street
91 ft·5 sec·West Spring Street
2
Turn right onto AR 102B
492 ft·17 sec·North Main Street
3
Turn left onto AR 102
1.9 mi·2 min·East Centerton Boulevard
4
Continue on AR 102
2.3 mi·3 min·Southwest 14th Street
5
Continue on AR 102
1.6 mi·2 min·Southeast 14th Street
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp onto US 62; AR 12
0.2 mi·14 sec·US 62; AR 12
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on I 49; US 62; US 71; AR 12
7.4 mi·7 min·I 49; US 62; US 71; AR 12
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 78Toward AR 264: West Monroe Avenue
9
Turn left onto AR 264
0.9 mi·1 min·West Monroe Avenue
10
Turn right onto US 71B
1.0 mi·1 min·South Bloomington Street
11
Continue on US 71B
2.0 mi·3 min·North Thompson Road
12
Continue on US 71B
2.8 mi·5 min·North Thompson Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto US 412
154 ft·3 sec·US 412
14
Continue on US 412
0.1 mi·19 sec·US 412
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 412
59 mi·1 hr 10 min·West Robinson Avenue
16
Continue on US 62; US 412
5.9 mi·8 min·Main Street
Use the right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·22 sec
18
Turn right onto US 65
12 mi·20 min·US 65
19
Continue on US 62; US 412
31 mi·35 min·US 62; US 412
20
Continue on US 62; US 412
16 mi·18 min·US 62; US 412
21
Take the exit onto US 62; US 412
50 mi·56 min·US 62; US 412
22
At end of road, turn left onto US 62; US 412
10 mi·11 min·T & C Boulevard
23
Turn right onto US 63 BUS
3.0 mi·5 min·US 63 BUS
24
Continue on US 62; US 63; US 412
32 mi·45 min·US 62; US 63; US 412
Use the left lane.
25
Turn left onto US 412B
3.9 mi·5 min·Portia Road
Use the left lane.
26
Continue on US 412B
27 mi·32 min·West Main Street
27
Turn left onto US 49Y
0.4 mi·37 sec·West Court Street
28
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
0.2 mi·25 sec·US 49; AR 1
29
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
251 ft·10 sec·West Hunt Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Turn left onto North 14th Street
51 ft·1 sec·North 14th Street
31
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·West Hunt Street
32
Turn right onto Hayes Place
237 ft·15 sec·Hayes Place
33
Turn left onto Winchester
0.2 mi·42 sec·Winchester
34
Arrive at destination
Winchester
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour and 44-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Centerton to maximize daylight and arrive in Paragould with time to spare. The longest stretch is 129 miles on US 62, so plan for your one recommended stop around the midpoint to stretch your legs and refuel if necessary. Given the estimated fuel cost of $42, it's a good idea to check your tank before you leave. This route is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility without the need for an overnight stay.
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 135.9 miles from Centerton, AR, or about 2h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 129 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 60 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.9 miles or 2h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paragould, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Centerton, 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 Centerton, AR
This is one driving day of about 271.8 miles and 5h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Centerton, 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 62 for about 129 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.6 and 271.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
13.6 mi into trip|~17m in
Take the exit toward AR 264: West Monroe Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 78
Toward AR 264: West Monroe Avenue
5
20.8 mi into trip|~30m in|US 412 / West Robinson Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto US 412 / West Robinson Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
240 mi into trip|~5h 2m in|US 412B / Portia Road
Turn left onto US 412B / Portia Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
271.3 mi into trip|~5h 42m in|West Hunt Street
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
271.5 mi into trip|~5h 43m in|Hayes Place
Turn right onto Hayes Place
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.05 one way
$82.10 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg95 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$45.06
$90.12
premium
$4.56
$48.78
$97.57
diesel
$5.61
$60.01
$120.02
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
81.5
1
$28.54
$13.05
Efficient EV
68
0
$23.78
$10.87
EV Truck/SUV
108.7
1
$38.05
$17.40
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Centerton, AR
Evening
in Centerton on Saturday
Local time
8:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Paragould, AR
Evening
in Paragould on Saturday
Local time
8:25 PM
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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 44m 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?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 56% of it being highway driving. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 129 miles primarily on US 62, which means you can settle in for a good portion of the journey. The drive begins with local roads like West Robinson Avenue and West Main Street in Centerton before transitioning to the more open highway. The character of the road will likely shift from town driving to more consistent highway speeds, offering a blend of both experiences as you travel.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 129 mi on US 62.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 13.6 miles in.
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 271.8 miles you will encounter 19 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 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 20.8 miles (US 412 / West Robinson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 240 miles (US 412B / Portia Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,422 ft262 ft
Total Climb
351 ft
Total Descent
1,309 ft
Highest Point
1,422 ft
~38.8 mi in
Elevation Range
1,160 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 44m. Total distance: 271.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 129 miles on US 62. 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 Paragould, 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 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 20.8 miles (US 412 / West Robinson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 240 miles (US 412B / Portia Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.7 hours each way, a round trip means 11.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Paragould, AR before the return drive.
