Fayetteville, Arkansas to Jefferson City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

205.1 miles 330 km · straight line
256.3 miles estimated 412.5 km · driving distance
5h 9min estimated drive time
$25 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
32° NNE bearing direction

How far is Fayetteville, Arkansas from Jefferson City?

The distance from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Jefferson City is 205.1 miles (330 km) as the crow flies. Jefferson City is located NNE of Fayetteville, Arkansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 256.3 miles, taking about 5h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Fayetteville, Arkansas in Arkansas and Jefferson City in Missouri.

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 Fayetteville, Arkansas and Jefferson City. 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 Fayetteville, Arkansas to Jefferson City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 9min $25 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 11min $21–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 54min $31–$90* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fayetteville, Arkansas & Jefferson City

Quick Facts

Fayetteville, Arkansas
36.06°N, 94.16°W
America/Chicago
427m elevation
Jefferson City
38.58°N, 92.17°W
America/Chicago
192m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 68 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 121.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients