Spanning 161.8 miles across Arkansas, this trip from Greenbrier to Paragould typically takes about 3 hours and 10 minutes behind the wheel. Because the total duration is quite manageable, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $25 for fuel to complete the journey, making it a cost-effective trek between these two Southeast communities. By utilizing a mix of US 64, the Vilonia Bypass, and US 412, you will find a straightforward path connecting your origin and destination. It is a practical drive for those looking to move efficiently across the state, offering a balanced pace that avoids the need for complex multi-day planning.
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
80.9 miles from Greenbrier, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 64
94.7 mi
1h 39m
Vilonia Bypass
25.9 mi
32m
US 412
24.5 mi
30m
South Broadview Street
5.3 mi
7m
Sunny Gap Road
3.2 mi
7m
Pickles Gap Road
2.7 mi
5m
US Highway 65
2.2 mi
3m
State Highway 64
2.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 64
— 94.7 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenbrier, AR and Paragould, AR.
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Start on AR 225
78 ft·8 sec·East Main Street
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Turn left onto US 65; AR 25
5.3 mi·7 min·South Broadview Street
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Continue on US 65
2.2 mi·3 min·US Highway 65
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Turn left onto Pickles Gap Road
2.7 mi·5 min·Pickles Gap Road
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Continue on Sunny Gap Road
3.2 mi·7 min·Sunny Gap Road
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At end of road, turn left onto US 64
2.1 mi·2 min·State Highway 64
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Continue on US 64
26 mi·32 min·Vilonia Bypass
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit onto US 64
95 mi·1 hr 39 min·US 64
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Keep slight right at fork onto US 412
0.5 mi·1 min·US 412
Toward US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
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Turn right onto US 412
24 mi·28 min·US 412
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Turn left onto US 49Y
0.4 mi·37 sec·West Court Street
12
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
0.2 mi·25 sec·US 49; AR 1
13
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
251 ft·10 sec·West Hunt Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto North 14th Street
51 ft·1 sec·North 14th Street
15
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·West Hunt Street
16
Turn right onto Hayes Place
237 ft·15 sec·Hayes Place
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Turn left onto Winchester
0.2 mi·42 sec·Winchester
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Arrive at destination
Winchester
Trip Plan
Planning for this 161.8-mile drive is simple, as you only need to account for one planned stop to keep your trip on schedule. To make the most of your time, try to depart early in the morning to avoid heavy traffic patterns that can occasionally build on US 412. Since the fuel cost is estimated at $25, topping off your tank before leaving Greenbrier is a smart way to ensure you don't have to worry about mid-route refueling. Use the flexibility of a one-day trip to your advantage by pacing your single stop around the midpoint of the longest stretch on US 64. Staying alert during the transition between the bypass and the main highway will ensure a smooth arrival in Paragould.
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 80.9 miles from Greenbrier, AR, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.7 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 36 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.9 miles or 1h 40m 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 34m
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 Greenbrier, 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 Greenbrier, AR
This is one driving day of about 161.8 miles and 3h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Greenbrier, 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 94.7 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.4 and 161.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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13.4 mi into trip|~24m in|US 64 / State Highway 64
At end of road, turn left onto US 64 / State Highway 64
Navigation decision point
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136.2 mi into trip|~2h 38m in|US 412
Keep slight right at fork onto US 412 toward US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 412: Paragould, Walnut Ridge
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161.3 mi into trip|~3h 9m in|West Hunt Street
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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161.6 mi into trip|~3h 10m in|Hayes Place
Turn right onto Hayes Place
Navigation decision point
5
161.6 mi into trip|~3h 10m in|Winchester
Turn left onto Winchester
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.44 one way
$48.87 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg57 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$26.82
$53.65
premium
$4.56
$29.04
$58.08
diesel
$5.61
$35.72
$71.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.5
0
$16.99
$7.77
Efficient EV
40.5
0
$14.16
$6.47
EV Truck/SUV
64.7
0
$22.65
$10.36
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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 15, 2026
Origin
Greenbrier, AR
Late night
in Greenbrier on Sunday
Local time
2:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Paragould, AR
Late night
in Paragould on Sunday
Local time
2:56 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
3h 10m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 77% of your travel time will be spent on major routes. The journey is defined by a significant 94.7-mile stretch on US 64, which serves as the primary backbone of your transit. You will transition from the Vilonia Bypass onto the longer legs of the drive, requiring steady focus as you maintain highway speeds for the majority of the trip. While the road personality is consistent, the shift between these specific highways keeps the route feeling functional rather than repetitive. Being prepared for these extended highway segments will help you handle the 3-hour-plus duration with ease.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 94.7 mi on US 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 64 and Vilonia Bypass. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 13.4 miles in near US 64 / State Highway 64.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 10m 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: at 13.4 miles (US 64 / State Highway 64): Navigation decision point; at 136.2 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.3 miles (West Hunt Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Greenbrier, AR to Paragould, AR, road signs begin pointing toward Walnut Ridge along the way.
Walnut Ridge
136.2 mi in|~2h 38m|via US 412
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 10m. Total distance: 161.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 94.7 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.
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 13.4 miles (US 64 / State Highway 64): Navigation decision point; at 136.2 miles (US 412): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.3 miles (West Hunt Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Paragould, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.
