Origin
Goshen, AR
Late night in Goshen on Wednesday
Local time
3:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
97°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Goshen, AR to Jonesboro, AR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 2, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 1m
Distance
238.3 mi
383 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 48m
★
6 AM
5h 1m
8 AM
5h 28m
10 AM
5h 11m
12 PM
5h 8m
3 PM
5h 12m
5 PM
5h 27m
8 PM
4h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Goshen, AR
Hugo Martínez
Jonesboro, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Trip Overview
Goshen, AR to Jonesboro, AR is 238.3 miles and takes about 5h 1m via US 62, US 412, and US 65, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, moving from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. The route is mostly highway, making for a straightforward drive. With a recommended one-day duration and a modest fuel cost, this is a practical option for getting between these two points 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
119.1 miles from Goshen, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 62 | 142.1 mi | 2h 52m |
| US 412 | 40.2 mi | 46m |
| US 65 | 12.4 mi | 20m |
| US 63 | 12 mi | 14m |
| T & C Boulevard | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| East Bowen Boulevard | 8.5 mi | 13m |
| Main Street | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| US 63 BUS | 3 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
US 62
— 142.1 mi, about 2h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goshen, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on Blue Springs Road
48 ft
·
8 sec
·
Blue Springs Road
2
Turn left onto AR 45
8.5 mi
·
13 min
·
East Bowen Boulevard
3
Turn straight onto US 412B
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
US 412B
4
Turn right onto US 412
40 mi
·
46 min
·
US 412
5
Continue on US 62; US 412
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
7
Turn right onto US 65
12 mi
·
20 min
·
US 65
8
Continue on US 62; US 412
31 mi
·
35 min
·
US 62; US 412
9
Continue on US 62; US 412
16 mi
·
18 min
·
US 62; US 412
10
Take the exit onto US 62; US 412
50 mi
·
56 min
·
US 62; US 412
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 62; US 412
10 mi
·
11 min
·
T & C Boulevard
12
Turn right onto US 63 BUS
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
US 63 BUS
13
Continue on US 62; US 63; US 412
45 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
US 62; US 63; US 412
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on US 63; AR 228
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 63; AR 228
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
16
Keep slight left at fork
101 ft
·
7 sec
17
Turn left onto West Washington Avenue
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
West Washington Avenue
18
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Main Street
19
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cate Avenue
20
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour drive time, departing in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to reach Jonesboro. Plan for one stop to break up the 142.1-mile stretch on US 62. Fuel costs are estimated at $35, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Goshen. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility with your departure time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer highway portions, as services can be more spread out.
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 119.1 miles from Goshen, AR, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.1 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 52 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119.1 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 4h 1m
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 Goshen, 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 Goshen, AR
This is one driving day of about 238.3 miles and 5h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Goshen, 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 142.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
119 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 119.1 miles from Goshen, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 62 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 142.1 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 235.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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AR 45 / East Bowen Boulevard
Turn left onto AR 45 / East Bowen Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
55.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
164.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 20m in
|
US 62; US 412 / T & C Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto US 62; US 412 / T & C Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
235.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 54m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
235.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 54m in
|
West Washington Avenue
Turn left onto West Washington Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.91 one way
$69.82 round trip
$3.72/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.13 | $38.76 | $77.51 |
| premium | $4.49 | $42.09 | $84.17 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $52.53 | $105.06 |
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: 83.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71.5 | 0 | $25.02 | $11.44 |
| Efficient EV | 59.6 | 0 | $20.85 | $9.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 95.3 | 1 | $33.36 | $15.25 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 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.
Destination
Jonesboro, AR
Late night in Jonesboro on Wednesday
Local time
3:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
23 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
5h 1m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 88% of this 238.3-mile drive on the highway. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 142.1 miles, primarily on US 62. Expect mostly highway cruising for the bulk of the trip, with the transition to more surface roads happening later in the drive. The dense highway miles mean you'll likely see frequent exit signs for the majority of your travel time.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 142.1 mi on US 62.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 62 and US 412. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 45 / East Bowen Boulevard.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 1m drive. You will face about 12 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 (AR 45 / East Bowen Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 55.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 164.8 miles (US 62; US 412 / T & C Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,597 ft
267 ft
Total Climb
605 ft
Total Descent
1,474 ft
Highest Point
1,597 ft
~34 mi in
Elevation Range
1,330 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Goshen, AR
Full guide →Goshen is a city of 34,000 people (2019) in northern Indiana. The city is known as a major recreational vehicle and accessories manufacturing center, the home of Goshen College, a small Mennonite liberal arts college, and the Elkhart County 4-H Fair, one of the largest county fairs in the United States.
Arriving in Jonesboro, AR
Full guide →Jonesboro is a city in the Delta region of Arkansas.
Top landmarks
- • Craighead County Courthouse — courthouse in Arkansas, United States
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 5h 1m. Total distance: 238.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 142.1 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.
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: near the start (AR 45 / East Bowen Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 55.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 164.8 miles (US 62; US 412 / T & C Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Jonesboro, AR before the return drive.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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