Origin
Southside, AR
Late night in Southside on Tuesday
Local time
3:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Southside, AR to Jonesboro, AR
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
66.6 mi
107 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southside, AR
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Trip Overview
Southside, AR to Jonesboro, AR is 66.6 miles and takes about 1h 33m via I 57, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Southeast region, specifically within Arkansas, making it a straightforward journey. The drive is a mixed bag, offering a balance of highway speeds and local road navigation. It's a short enough distance that you won't feel rushed, allowing for a relaxed pace. Consider this route if you're looking for a quick and efficient connection between these two Arkansas locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.3 miles from Southside, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 18.8 mi | 20m |
| Newport Road | 16.3 mi | 28m |
| US 78 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| Southwest Drive | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 14 | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Malcolm Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Arrington Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 18.8 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southside, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on US 167
356 ft
·
13 sec
·
Batesville Boulevard
2
Turn left onto AR 14S
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Newport Road
3
Turn right onto AR 14
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Allen Chapel Road
4
Continue on AR 14
9.6 mi
·
16 min
·
Newport Road
5
Continue on AR 14
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Main Street
6
Turn slight right onto AR 14
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
North Main
7
Continue on AR 14
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Newport Road
8
Continue on AR 14
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 14
9
Turn left onto AR 367
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Arrington Street
10
At end of road, turn left onto AR 14
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Street
11
Continue on AR 14
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Malcolm Avenue
12
Turn right onto AR 384
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Stegall Road
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 57 North, US 67 North
14
Merge onto I 57
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 57
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
16
Keep slight right at fork
346 ft
·
8 sec
17
Merge onto US 78; AR 226
12 mi
·
13 min
·
US 78; AR 226
18
Continue on US 49; US 63; US 78
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Southwest Drive
19
Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
20
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cate Avenue
21
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a duration of just over an hour and a half, this is a trip best suited for a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to make the most of daylight and avoid any potential rush hour near Jonesboro. The estimated fuel cost is around $10, so you should have ample fuel for the journey and perhaps a little extra. Since the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure. Keep an eye out for the transition points between I 57 and the local roads, as these are where you'll want to be most aware of your navigation.
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 33.3 miles from Southside, AR, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.8 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 15 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.3 miles or 53m 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 19m
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 Southside, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Southside, AR
This is one driving day of about 66.6 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Southside, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 18.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from Southside, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 45 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
AR 14S / Newport Road
Turn left onto AR 14S / Newport Road
Navigation decision point
5
22.9 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
AR 14 / 3rd Street
At end of road, turn left onto AR 14 / 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
4
25.2 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
AR 384 / Stegall Road
Turn right onto AR 384 / Stegall Road
Navigation decision point
6
26 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the ramp toward I 57 North, US 67 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 57 North, US 67 North
4
45 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward AR 226: Jonesboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward AR 226: Jonesboro
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.06 one way
$20.12 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $11.04 | $22.08 |
| premium | $4.56 | $11.95 | $23.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.70 | $29.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.20 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.83 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.32 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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 Tuesday
Local time
3:46 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
3 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
1h 33m 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 66.6-mile drive features a mixed profile, with 52% of it on highways like I 57. You'll experience an uninterrupted stretch of 18.8 miles on I 57, offering a consistent pace. The route transitions between the efficiency of the interstate and the character of local roads like Newport Road and US 78. Expect this variation to keep the drive from becoming monotonous, providing a dynamic driving experience as you move from faster highway sections to more local thoroughfares.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.8 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near AR 14S / Newport Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 66.6 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: at 0.1 miles (AR 14S / Newport Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles (AR 14 / 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles (AR 384 / Stegall Road): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving in Jonesboro, AR
Full guide →Jonesboro is a city in the Delta region of Arkansas.
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 1h 33m. Total distance: 66.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.8 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (AR 14S / Newport Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles (AR 14 / 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 25.2 miles (AR 384 / Stegall Road): Navigation decision point.
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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