Detroit to Jonesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

607.5 miles 977.7 km · straight line
721.9 miles actual route 1161.8 km · driving distance
13h 44min estimated drive time
$69 - $86 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
225° SW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Jonesboro?

The distance from Detroit to Jonesboro is 607.5 miles (977.7 km) as the crow flies. Jonesboro is located SW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 721.9 miles, taking about 13h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Jonesboro in Arkansas.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Detroit and Jonesboro. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Detroit to Jonesboro

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 44min $69 - $86 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 29min $58–$108* Budget
Train ~17h 51min $87–$253* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Jonesboro

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m 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 203 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM