Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 4, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 36m
Distance
239.7 mi
386 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paragould, AR
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Warren, AR
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Paragould, AR to Warren, AR is 239.7 miles and takes about 4h 36m via Hayes Place, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arkansas, traversing the Southeast region. Given the profile of mostly surface roads, expect a more leisurely pace than a highway sprint. With only one recommended stop and a manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without feeling rushed.
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
119.9 miles from Paragould, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 412 | 94.7 mi | 1h 38m |
| I 530 | 42.9 mi | 44m |
| South Olive Street | 41.9 mi | 1h 2m |
| I 57 | 28.1 mi | 29m |
| West Kings Highway | 24.5 mi | 29m |
| US 167 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| I 40 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~852 veh/hr typical · worst 1,084
Quietest
2 AM
~63 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 23 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Paragould, AR and Warren, AR.
Start on Winchester
At end of road, turn right onto Hayes Place
Turn left onto West Hunt Street
At end of road, turn left onto North 14th Street
Turn right onto West Hunt Street
Turn left onto US 49; AR 1
Turn right onto US 49Y
Turn right onto US 412B
Take the exit onto US 412
Continue on I 57; US 167
Merge onto I 40; US 167
Take the exit onto US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 63
Turn right onto US 63B
Turn left onto US 63B
Turn right onto West Church Street
Arrive at destination
Since this 239.7-mile drive is estimated at 4h 36m and stays within Arkansas, it's easily manageable in one day. Aim to depart Paragould in the morning to allow ample time for any unscheduled stops or to simply enjoy the scenery. With a fuel cost estimated at $35, filling up before you leave is a good idea. Plan your single recommended stop strategically, perhaps around the halfway point, to break up the drive. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between local roads like North 14th Street.
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.
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 53 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 119.9 miles or 2h 10m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warren, AR than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Paragould, 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 Paragould, AR
This is one driving day of about 239.7 miles and 4h 36m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
120 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.
A short stop after about 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 119.9 miles from Paragould, AR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 412 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 154.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto Hayes Place
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Turn left onto West Hunt Street
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto North 14th Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto US 167 toward I 30 West, US 65 South, US 67 South, US 167 South: Little Rock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$35.12 one way
$70.23 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.13 | $38.98 | $77.97 |
| premium | $4.49 | $42.33 | $84.67 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $52.84 | $105.68 |
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: 83.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71.9 | 0 | $25.17 | $11.51 |
| Efficient EV | 59.9 | 0 | $20.97 | $9.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 95.9 | 1 | $33.56 | $15.34 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Paragould on Friday
Local time
12:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Warren on Friday
Local time
12:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Partly Cloudy
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
This route covers 239.7 miles, with 0% on highways, meaning you'll be on surface roads for the entire drive. Expect to navigate local streets like Hayes Place and West Hunt Street for a significant portion. The longest stretch without a significant break in town or at an intersection will be determined by your specific path on these surface roads. You'll notice this is a route focused on local travel rather than high-speed transit.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 412 and I 530. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Hayes Place.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 36m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Hayes Place): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (West Hunt Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (North 14th Street): Navigation decision point.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
111 ft
Total Descent
188 ft
Highest Point
295 ft
Elevation Range
77 ft
Founded 1883
Top landmarks
Founded 1851
Warren is in the Timberlands region of Arkansas.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 36m. Total distance: 239.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Straightforward navigation.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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