If you are traveling from Mountain Home to Paragould, expect a straightforward 129.9-mile journey across Arkansas. The drive typically takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes, making it a manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via US 62, West Main Street, and T & C Boulevard to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $20 for fuel should cover your needs for this one-way trek. Since both cities are located within the Southeast region of the state, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the transition. This route is designed for efficiency, serving as a reliable connection between the two locations.
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
64.9 miles from Mountain Home, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 16m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 62
81.6 mi
1h 42m
West Main Street
26.8 mi
32m
T & C Boulevard
10.1 mi
11m
Portia Road
3.9 mi
5m
South Main Street
3.4 mi
5m
US 63 BUS
3 mi
5m
West Court Street
0.4 mi
<1m
West Hunt Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 62
— 81.6 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mountain Home, AR and Paragould, AR.
1
Start on East 6th Street
53 ft·3 sec·East 6th Street
2
Turn right onto US 62B; AR 5
3.4 mi·5 min·South Main Street
3
Continue on US 62; US 412
50 mi·56 min·US 62; US 412
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 62; US 412
10 mi·11 min·T & C Boulevard
5
Turn right onto US 63 BUS
3.0 mi·5 min·US 63 BUS
6
Continue on US 62; US 63; US 412
32 mi·45 min·US 62; US 63; US 412
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto US 412B
3.9 mi·5 min·Portia Road
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 412B
27 mi·32 min·West Main Street
9
Turn left onto US 49Y
0.4 mi·37 sec·West Court Street
10
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
0.2 mi·25 sec·US 49; AR 1
11
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
251 ft·10 sec·West Hunt Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto North 14th Street
51 ft·1 sec·North 14th Street
13
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·West Hunt Street
14
Turn right onto Hayes Place
237 ft·15 sec·Hayes Place
15
Turn left onto Winchester
0.2 mi·42 sec·Winchester
16
Arrive at destination
Winchester
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 45-minute duration, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and break up the drive. Aim to depart during daylight hours to maintain better visibility on the longer highway stretches. Since you only need one stop, try to time it toward the middle of the trip to manage your energy levels effectively. Keep your fuel gauge in mind before hitting that 81.6-mile stretch on US 62, as service availability can vary. The flexibility of this shorter trip allows you to easily adjust your departure time based on local traffic conditions or personal preference.
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 64.9 miles from Mountain Home, AR, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.6 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 29 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.9 miles or 1h 16m 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 15m
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 Mountain Home, 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 Mountain Home, AR
This is one driving day of about 129.9 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Mountain Home, 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 81.6 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 53.3 and 129.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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53.3 mi into trip|~1h 1m 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
98.1 mi into trip|~2h 4m in|US 412B / Portia Road
Turn left onto US 412B / Portia Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
129.4 mi into trip|~2h 43m in|West Hunt Street
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
129.6 mi into trip|~2h 44m in|Hayes Place
Turn right onto Hayes Place
Navigation decision point
5
129.7 mi into trip|~2h 44m in|Winchester
Turn left onto Winchester
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.62 one way
$39.24 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg45 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$21.54
$43.07
premium
$4.56
$23.32
$46.63
diesel
$5.61
$28.68
$57.36
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39
0
$13.64
$6.24
Efficient EV
32.5
0
$11.37
$5.20
EV Truck/SUV
52
0
$18.19
$8.31
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Mountain Home, AR
Night
in Mountain Home on Saturday
Local time
11:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Paragould, AR
Night
in Paragould on Saturday
Local time
11:37 PM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 45m 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?
This highway-focused route consists of roughly 65% highway driving, offering a steady pace for most of your trip. You should prepare for a significant 81.6-mile stretch on US 62, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the drive. The road transitions from broader highway sections into local street navigation as you approach Paragould. You will find that the character of the road is functional and direct, prioritizing time-saving transit over winding backroads. Staying focused during that long US 62 segment is key, as it accounts for the majority of your time behind the wheel.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81.6 mi on US 62.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 62 and West Main Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 53.3 miles in near US 62; US 412 / T & C Boulevard.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 45m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 53.3 miles (US 62; US 412 / T & C Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 98.1 miles (US 412B / Portia Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 129.4 miles (West Hunt Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
954 ft262 ft
Total Climb
627 ft
Total Descent
1,149 ft
Highest Point
954 ft
~27.8 mi in
Elevation Range
692 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 45m. Total distance: 129.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 81.6 miles on US 62. 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 53.3 miles (US 62; US 412 / T & C Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 98.1 miles (US 412B / Portia Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 129.4 miles (West Hunt Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Paragould, AR before heading back.
