Origin
Corning, AR
Late night in Corning on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Corning, 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 16m
Distance
49.9 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Corning, AR
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Trip Overview
This 49.9-mile drive from Corning, AR to Jonesboro, AR is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 16 minutes. Designed as a highway-focused journey, it's perfect for a day trip, with no need to break it up. The estimated fuel cost is around $8, making it an economical option. You'll primarily be on AR 135 and US 49, with a brief section on West Elm Street as you arrive in Jonesboro. Both Corning and Jonesboro are located in the Southeast region of Arkansas, so you'll stay within familiar territory for this short hop.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 135 | 24.1 mi | 35m |
| US 49 | 19.3 mi | 29m |
| West Elm Street | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| East Johnson Avenue | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Union Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Burke Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AR 135
— 24.1 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corning, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on US 62
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
West Elm Street
2
Turn slight right onto AR 135
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
AR 135
3
Turn straight onto AR 135
23 mi
·
34 min
·
AR 135
4
Turn slight right
249 ft
·
9 sec
5
Turn slight right onto US 49; AR 1
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
US 49; AR 1
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on US 49; AR 1
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 49; AR 1
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 49; AR 1
14 mi
·
20 min
·
US 49; AR 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn slight right onto AR 91
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
East Johnson Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto North Main Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North Main Street
10
Continue on Union Street
507 ft
·
16 sec
·
Union Street
11
Turn left onto Burke Avenue
458 ft
·
25 sec
·
Burke Avenue
12
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.9 miles from Corning, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 55 decision points cluster between mile 27.8 and 49.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
27.8 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
US 49; AR 1
Turn slight right onto US 49; AR 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
3
47.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
AR 91 / East Johnson Avenue
Turn slight right onto AR 91 / East Johnson Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
49.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
49.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
Burke Avenue
Turn left onto Burke Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
49.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.54 one way
$15.07 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $8.27 | $16.55 |
| premium | $4.56 | $8.96 | $17.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.02 | $22.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.19 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Late night in Jonesboro on Tuesday
Local time
4:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 16m 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?
Expect a drive that is predominantly highway, with 87% of the route utilizing faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 24.1 miles on AR 135, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. This route offers a consistent highway feel for the majority of its length, minimizing complex turns or slower local road segments. As you transition from AR 135 to US 49, the road character remains geared towards efficient travel, preparing you for your arrival in Jonesboro.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.1 mi on AR 135.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on AR 135 and US 49. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 27.8 miles in near US 49; AR 1.
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 16m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 27.8 miles (US 49; AR 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 47.1 miles (AR 91 / East Johnson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 49.5 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point.
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 16m. Total distance: 49.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.1 miles on AR 135. 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: at 27.8 miles (US 49; AR 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 47.1 miles (AR 91 / East Johnson Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 49.5 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point.
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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