Columbus, Indiana to Jonesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbus, Indiana from Jonesboro?

The distance from Columbus, Indiana to Jonesboro is 350 miles (563.3 km) as the crow flies. Jonesboro is located SW of Columbus, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 420 miles, taking about 8h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Indiana in Indiana 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, Indiana 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.