Columbia, Missouri to Jonesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

232.7 miles 374.5 km · straight line
290.9 miles estimated 468.1 km · driving distance
5h 51min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
157° SSE bearing direction

How far is Columbia, Missouri from Jonesboro?

The distance from Columbia, Missouri to Jonesboro is 232.7 miles (374.5 km) as the crow flies. Jonesboro is located SSE of Columbia, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 290.9 miles, taking about 5h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Missouri in Missouri 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. 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 Columbia, Missouri 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 Columbia, Missouri to Jonesboro

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 51min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 1min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 33min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, Missouri & Jonesboro

Quick Facts

Columbia, Missouri
38.95°N, 92.33°W
America/Chicago
215m elevation
Jonesboro
35.84°N, 90.70°W
America/Chicago
99m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients