Albuquerque to Jonesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albuquerque from Jonesboro?

The distance from Albuquerque to Jonesboro is 897.9 miles (1445 km) as the crow flies. Jonesboro is located E of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 980.8 miles, taking about 17h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 18min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Jonesboro in Arkansas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Jonesboro. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.