Bowling Green, Kentucky to Jonesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

249.8 miles 402 km · straight line
312.2 miles estimated 502.5 km · driving distance
6h 17min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
253° WSW bearing direction

How far is Bowling Green, Kentucky from Jonesboro?

The distance from Bowling Green, Kentucky to Jonesboro is 249.8 miles (402 km) as the crow flies. Jonesboro is located WSW of Bowling Green, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 312.2 miles, taking about 6h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Bowling Green, Kentucky in Kentucky 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. 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 Bowling Green, Kentucky 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.

How to Get from Bowling Green, Kentucky to Jonesboro

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 17min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 32min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 58min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bowling Green, Kentucky & Jonesboro

Quick Facts

Bowling Green, Kentucky
36.99°N, 86.44°W
America/Chicago
161m elevation
Jonesboro
35.84°N, 90.70°W
America/Chicago
99m elevation
Explore more routes from Jonesboro

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients