Ames to Jonesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from Jonesboro?

The distance from Ames to Jonesboro is 455.6 miles (733.2 km) as the crow flies. Jonesboro is located SSE of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 546.7 miles, taking about 11h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Jonesboro in Arkansas.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ames 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.