Spanning 148.3 miles, this journey from East End to Jonesboro typically takes about 2 hours and 22 minutes behind the wheel. Because the total duration is quite manageable, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $20 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly option for regional travel. The path keeps you entirely within Arkansas as you transition from the Southeast region toward your destination. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, the straightforward nature of the drive makes it a practical choice for your itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.4 miles from East End, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 20m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
102.7 mi
1h 46m
US 167
19.3 mi
21m
US 78
12.1 mi
13m
Southwest Drive
7.4 mi
9m
Arch Street Pike
1.8 mi
3m
US 67
1.6 mi
2m
South Main Street
1.4 mi
2m
Cate Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 102.7 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East End, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on AR 367
1.8 mi·3 min·Arch Street Pike
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 167
4.6 mi·5 min·US 167
3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167
15 mi·16 min·US 167
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167
1.6 mi·2 min·US 67; US 167
Exit 143BToward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167
28 mi·29 min·I 57; US 167
Toward Saint LouisUse the slight left lane.
6
Continue on I 57; US 64; US 167
74 mi·1 hr 16 min·I 57; US 64; US 167
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
8
Keep slight right at fork
346 ft·8 sec
9
Merge onto US 78; AR 226
12 mi·13 min·US 78; AR 226
10
Continue on US 49; US 63; US 78
7.4 mi·9 min·Southwest Drive
11
Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi·2 min·South Main Street
12
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft·14 sec·Cate Avenue
13
Turn left
75 ft·5 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of flexibility when choosing your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 148.3-mile distance without planning for formal stops, as the trip duration is just over two hours. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route can be more tiring than a straight interstate shot, so ensure you are well-rested before heading out. Given the $20 fuel estimate, topping off your tank before leaving East End will ensure you have plenty of range to reach Jonesboro comfortably. Pay close attention to your navigation as you transition between the local roads and the primary path, as the lack of long highway stretches means you will encounter frequent turns.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.4 miles from East End, AR, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.7 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 32 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.4 miles or 1h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 8m
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 East End, 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 East End, AR
This is one driving day of about 146.9 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from East End, 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 I 57 for about 102.7 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 125.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.8 mi into trip|~3m in|US 167
At end of road, turn left onto US 167
Navigation decision point
6
6.3 mi into trip|~8m in|US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto US 167 toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North: Little Rock
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 530 North, US 65 North, US 167 North:...
7
21 mi into trip|~24m in|US 67; US 167
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 167 toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Jacksonville, Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 143B
Toward I 40 East, US 67 North, US 167 North: Ja...
7
22.6 mi into trip|~27m in|I 57; US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57; US 167 toward Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Saint Louis
4
125.3 mi into trip|~2h 13m in
Take the exit toward AR 226: Jonesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.19 one way
$44.37 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$24.35
$48.71
premium
$4.56
$26.37
$52.73
diesel
$5.61
$32.43
$64.87
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.1
0
$15.42
$7.05
Efficient EV
36.7
0
$12.85
$5.88
EV Truck/SUV
58.8
0
$20.57
$9.40
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
East End, AR
Morning
in East End on Tuesday
Local time
7:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jonesboro, AR
Morning
in Jonesboro on Tuesday
Local time
7:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 15 mph78% chanceLive 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
19 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
2h 40m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route lacks significant highway stretches. You will navigate via I-530 North and I-40 East, though the technical nature of the roads means you should stay alert at every junction. With a highway share of 0%, you won't find yourself locked into long, uninterrupted stretches; in fact, the longest segment on I-530 North is 0 miles. This profile requires constant engagement from the driver, shifting the pace away from high-speed highway travel. Prepare for a more involved experience that demands your full attention as you transition between local roads.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 102.7 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 167. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near US 167.
Driving Effort5/10
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 146.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.8 miles (US 167): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between East End, AR and Jonesboro, AR, road signs point toward Memphis and Saint Louis.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 146.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 102.7 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (US 167): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21 miles (US 67; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jonesboro, AR before heading back.
