Cedar Rapids to Jonesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cedar Rapids from Jonesboro?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Jonesboro is 429 miles (690.4 km) as the crow flies. Jonesboro is located S of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 514.8 miles, taking about 10h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cedar Rapids 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.