Origin
Walnut Ridge, AR
Late night in Walnut Ridge on Sunday
Local time
5:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Walnut Ridge, AR to Jonesboro, AR
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
24.3 mi
39 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Walnut Ridge, AR
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion in Southeast Arkansas, the 24.3-mile trip from Walnut Ridge to Jonesboro is a straightforward commute that takes about 34 minutes. Because of the short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a half-day trip, meaning you do not need to worry about overnight logistics. You will primarily utilize US 63, supplemented by segments of West Washington Avenue and East Main Street to reach your destination. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, it is an economical drive for any traveler. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, the efficiency of this connection makes it an easy addition to your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 63 | 17.9 mi | 22m |
| West Washington Avenue | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| West Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Cate Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 63
— 17.9 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walnut Ridge, AR and Jonesboro, AR.
1
Start on US 412B
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Continue on AR 91
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 63
18 mi
·
22 min
·
US 63
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
5
Keep slight left at fork
101 ft
·
7 sec
6
Turn left onto West Washington Avenue
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
West Washington Avenue
7
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Main Street
8
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
Cate Avenue
9
Turn left
75 ft
·
5 sec
10
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 21.2 and 24.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
21.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
21.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
West Washington Avenue
Turn left onto West Washington Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
24 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
24.2 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
Cate Avenue
Turn right onto Cate Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
24.3 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.67 one way
$7.34 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.21 | $4.03 | $8.06 |
| premium | $4.56 | $4.36 | $8.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.37 | $10.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.17 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.40 | $1.56 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Jonesboro, AR
Late night in Jonesboro on Sunday
Local time
5:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
34m 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 highway-focused drive relies heavily on US 63, which accounts for 74% of the total distance. You can expect a consistent pace throughout the journey, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 17.9 miles on the main highway. Transitioning from the highway onto West Washington Avenue and East Main Street provides a shift from open road speeds to local navigation as you arrive in Jonesboro. The experience behind the wheel is predictable and efficient, allowing you to maintain steady momentum for the majority of the 34-minute trip. It is a functional route designed for direct travel rather than leisurely winding roads.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.9 mi on US 63.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 63 and West Washington Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 21.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 34m 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 21.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 21.2 miles (West Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 24 miles (South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
365 ft
255 ft
Total Climb
130 ft
Total Descent
76 ft
Highest Point
365 ft
~17.3 mi in
Elevation Range
110 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 24.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.9 miles on US 63. 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 21.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 21.2 miles (West Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 24 miles (South Main Street): 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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