Origin
Marianna, AR
Late night in Marianna on Wednesday
Local time
3:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
97°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marianna, 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
2h 1m
Distance
79.9 mi
129 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
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6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marianna, AR
Andrea Piacquadio
Jonesboro, AR
Md Jawadur Rahman
Trip Overview
Marianna, AR to Jonesboro, AR is 79.9 miles and takes about 2h 1m via East Chestnut Street and Forrest Avenue, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, traveling from the Southeast region to the Southeast region. Expect a drive primarily on surface roads, offering a straightforward connection between these two communities. It's a short enough distance for a single-day trip, making it convenient for a quick visit or transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40 miles from Marianna, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| AR 1 | 37.8 mi | 56m |
| Forrest Avenue | 34.8 mi | 51m |
| Harrisburg Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| South Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| East Chestnut Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| US 64 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Highland Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Poplar Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
AR 1
— 37.8 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marianna, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on North Poplar Street
295 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Poplar Street
2
Turn left onto East Chestnut Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Chestnut Street
3
Turn right onto US 79; AR 1
35 mi
·
51 min
·
Forrest Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 64; AR 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 64; AR 1
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on AR 1
38 mi
·
56 min
·
AR 1
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Turn left onto AR 1B
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Harrisburg Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto AR 18
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
East Highland Drive
Use the left lane.
8
Turn slight right
502 ft
·
22 sec
9
Turn straight onto South Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
10
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cate Avenue
11
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of just over 2 hours, this is a very manageable trip to complete in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to allow for a relaxed pace and potential for brief stops along the way, though no specific stops are designated. The fuel cost is estimated at $12, so ensure you have enough gas before you leave Marianna. Given the short distance and surface road nature, you have flexibility to leave when convenient, but be mindful of local traffic patterns as you enter and exit towns.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40 miles from Marianna, AR, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.8 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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
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 Marianna, 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 Marianna, AR
This is one driving day of about 79.9 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Marianna, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on AR 1 for about 37.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40 miles from Marianna, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 79.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 79; AR 1 / Forrest Avenue
Turn right onto US 79; AR 1 / Forrest Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
35.7 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
US 64; AR 1
At end of road, turn left onto US 64; AR 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
74.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
|
AR 1B / Harrisburg Road
Turn left onto AR 1B / Harrisburg Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
78.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
|
AR 18 / East Highland Drive
Turn left onto AR 18 / East Highland Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
79.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 1m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.71 one way
$23.41 round trip
$3.72/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.13 | $12.99 | $25.99 |
| premium | $4.49 | $14.11 | $28.22 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $17.61 | $35.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24 | 0 | $8.39 | $3.84 |
| Efficient EV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32 | 0 | $11.19 | $5.11 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 Wednesday
Local time
3:38 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
2h 1m 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?
This 79.9-mile route is entirely on surface roads, meaning you won't encounter any highway driving. You'll navigate through towns and rural areas using East Chestnut Street and Forrest Avenue, which make up the bulk of the drive. Expect a more relaxed pace with potential for local traffic and lower speed limits throughout the 2h 1m travel time.
48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.8 mi on AR 1.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near US 79; AR 1 / Forrest Avenue.
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 2h 1m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (US 79; AR 1 / Forrest Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.7 miles (US 64; AR 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 74.3 miles (AR 1B / Harrisburg Road): Lane positioning matters here.
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 2h 1m. Total distance: 79.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.8 miles on AR 1. 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 0.9 miles (US 79; AR 1 / Forrest Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.7 miles (US 64; AR 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 74.3 miles (AR 1B / Harrisburg Road): Lane positioning matters here.
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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