Columbus, Georgia to Jonesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbus, Georgia from Jonesboro?

The distance from Columbus, Georgia to Jonesboro is 401.7 miles (646.4 km) as the crow flies. Jonesboro is located NW of Columbus, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 482 miles, taking about 9h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Georgia in Georgia 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. 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 Columbus, Georgia 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.