Alton, Illinois to Jonesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Alton, Illinois from Jonesboro?

The distance from Alton, Illinois to Jonesboro is 212.6 miles (342.1 km) as the crow flies. Jonesboro is located S of Alton, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 265.7 miles, taking about 5h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Alton, Illinois in Illinois and Jonesboro in Arkansas.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alton, Illinois and Jonesboro. 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.