Paragould to Ponca City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Paragould from Ponca City?

The distance from Paragould to Ponca City is 369.2 miles (594.1 km) as the crow flies. Ponca City is located W of Paragould. By car, the driving distance is approximately 443 miles, taking about 8h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Paragould in Arkansas and Ponca City in Oklahoma.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Paragould and Ponca City. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.