Trip from Kibler, AR to Jonesboro, AR

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 23, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 30m

Distance

247.8 mi

399 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 17m ★

6 AM

4h 30m

8 AM

4h 57m

10 AM

4h 40m

12 PM

4h 37m

3 PM

4h 41m

5 PM

4h 56m

8 PM

4h 22m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Kibler, AR

Tima Miroshnichenko

Jonesboro, AR

Md Jawadur Rahman

Trip Overview

This 247.8-mile drive from Kibler, Arkansas, to Jonesboro, Arkansas, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-40, the Vilonia Bypass, and US-64, this highway-focused journey is a straightforward way to travel within the Southeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $37, it's an economical option for a quick getaway or transit. The route is designed for efficiency, making it ideal for those who want to cover ground without extensive detours.

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

123.9 miles from Kibler, AR

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 40	112.9 mi	1h 52m
US 64	74.6 mi	1h 17m
Vilonia Bypass	25.9 mi	32m
US 78	12.1 mi	13m
Southwest Drive	7.4 mi	9m
State Highway 64	5.4 mi	6m
Henry Street	2 mi	3m
East Oak Street	1.8 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 40 — 112.9 mi, about 1h 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kibler, AR and Jonesboro, AR.

Start on Thornhill Street

72 ft · 5 sec · Thornhill Street

Turn right onto AR 162

1.8 mi · 3 min · East Kibler Highway

Continue on AR 162

2.0 mi · 3 min · Henry Street

Continue on AR 162

0.7 mi · 1 min · Marsha Woolly Drive

Turn left onto US 64; AR 162

0.2 mi · 20 sec · US Highway 64 East

Turn slight right

0.1 mi · 24 sec

Turn slight right onto US 71B; AR 162

0.2 mi · 20 sec · US Highway 71 North

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Merge onto I 40

113 mi · 1 hr 52 min · I 40

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Toward US 64

Keep slight left at fork

212 ft · 8 sec

Turn left onto US 64

1.8 mi · 3 min · East Oak Street

Continue on US 64

5.4 mi · 6 min · State Highway 64

Continue on US 64

26 mi · 32 min · Vilonia Bypass

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto US 64

75 mi · 1 hr 17 min · US 64

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward AR 226: Jonesboro

Keep slight right at fork

346 ft · 8 sec

Merge onto US 78; AR 226

12 mi · 13 min · US 78; AR 226

Continue on US 49; US 63; US 78

7.4 mi · 9 min · Southwest Drive

Continue on South Main Street

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

Turn right onto Cate Avenue

207 ft · 14 sec · Cate Avenue

Turn left

75 ft · 5 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour 30-minute duration, starting your journey in the morning is advisable to allow ample time for any unscheduled stops or to simply enjoy the drive without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, you have a lot of flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 112.9-mile stretch on I-40, and plan your refueling accordingly to avoid any inconvenience. The $37 fuel cost estimate makes this an affordable trip, so you won't need to budget heavily for gas.

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 123.9 miles from Kibler, AR, or about 2h 11m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.9 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 55 miles or 59m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 123.9 miles or 2h 11m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 39m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jonesboro, AR than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Kibler, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Kibler, AR

This is one driving day of about 247.8 miles and 4h 30m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Kibler, 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 40 for about 112.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Gravel Ridge, AR

124 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

Delaware, AR

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Maumelle, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 123.9 miles from Kibler, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 112.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Chef's In Downtown Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: Closed

+18709348962

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Native Brew Works

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jonesboro, Arkansas

1.3 mi

Eggsellent Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jonesboro, Arkansas

1.7 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

The Rec Room

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 7:30 am–2 pm

+18705206006

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Shadrachs Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jonesboro, Arkansas

0.3 mi

Something Art Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jonesboro, Arkansas

0.1 mi

Chef's In Downtown Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: Closed

+18709348962

Visit website

Native Brew Works

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18702067278

Visit website

Sonic Drive-In

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–10:30 pm

+18709357850

Visit website

Eggsellent Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18702036250

Old South Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Russellville, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14799683789

Visit website

Pella Cafe Greek and Mediterranean Cuisine

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18709380111

Visit website

Subway

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+18709728880

Visit website

Sonic Drive-In

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour Inexpensiv

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–10:30 pm

+18709316433

Visit website

The Rec Room

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 7:30 am–2 pm

+18705206006

Visit website

Shadrachs Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+18709264835

Visit website

Something Art Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18702062715

Visit website

Shadrachs Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18702039837

Visit website

Four Kings Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+18703164259

Visit website

Shadrachs Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18705303326

Visit website

Shadrachs Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+18703407349

Visit website

Little Lattes Play Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+18706048137

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Newport, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

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EV Connect Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Halfway reset 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

Conway, Arkansas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

0.3 mi from route

TA

0.3 mi from route

The Porch at Huntington Square Bar and Grill

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 3–11 pm

+18708194132

Visit website

Craighead Forest Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Jonesboro, Arkansas

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+18709334604

Visit website

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 0 and 226.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | AR 162 / East Kibler Highway

Turn right onto AR 162 / East Kibler Highway

Navigation decision point

4.5 mi into trip | ~8m in | US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East

Turn left onto US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East

Navigation decision point

118.3 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in

Take the exit toward US 64

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward US 64

118.5 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

226.2 mi into trip | ~4h 3m in

Take the exit toward AR 226: Jonesboro

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward AR 226: Jonesboro

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.93 one way

$75.86 round trip

$3.89/gal 25.4 MPG avg 87 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.31	$42.01	$84.02
premium	$4.65	$45.36	$90.71
diesel	$6.28	$61.23	$122.46

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$63–$88

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 86.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	74.3	0	$26.02	$11.89
Efficient EV	62	0	$21.68	$9.91
EV Truck/SUV	99.1	1	$34.69	$15.86

Gas CO2

87 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Oct 19, 2026

Origin

Kibler, AR

Night in Kibler on Thursday

Local time

9:01 PM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Sunny

E 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Jonesboro, AR

Night in Jonesboro on Thursday

Local time

9:01 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Sunny

ESE 0 to 5 mph 0% chance 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

4h 30m 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?

Expect an 83% highway experience on this route, characterized by mostly fast-paced driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 112.9 miles on I-40, offering sustained momentum. While largely highway-focused, you'll encounter segments on US-64 and the Vilonia Bypass, which may present slightly different driving dynamics. The overall feel is one of steady progress, with the majority of the journey taking place on well-maintained, high-speed roads.

83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 112.9 mi on I 40.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and US 64. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near AR 162 / East Kibler Highway.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 247.8 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (AR 162 / East Kibler Highway): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (US 64; AR 162 / US Highway 64 East): Navigation decision point; at 118.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

529 ft 228 ft

Total Climb

212 ft

Total Descent

323 ft

Highest Point

529 ft

~35.4 mi in

Elevation Range

301 ft

About the Cities

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 4h 30m. Total distance: 247.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 112.9 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 15 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 Jonesboro, 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. There are 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Jonesboro, AR, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Chef's In Downtown Cafe

The Rec Room

Chef's In Downtown Cafe

Native Brew Works

Sonic Drive-In

Eggsellent Cafe

Old South Restaurant

Pella Cafe Greek and Mediterranean Cuisine

Subway

Sonic Drive-In

The Rec Room

Shadrachs Coffee

Something Art Cafe

Shadrachs Coffee

Four Kings Coffee

Shadrachs Coffee

Shadrachs Coffee

Little Lattes Play Cafe

Blink Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

EV Connect Charging Station

Ozark Rest Area – Eastbound

Overlook Rest Area - Westbound

Big Piney Rest Area - Westbound

Ozark Rest Area - Westbound

Big Piney Rest Area – Eastbound

Love's Travel Stop

Pilot Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

Flying J Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

Service Plaza

Love's Travel Stop

Service Plaza

Newport Truck Plaza

TA

The Porch at Huntington Square Bar and Grill

Craighead Forest Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Kibler, AR

Jonesboro, AR

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 30m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

About the Cities

Arriving in Jonesboro, AR

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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