Fort Leonard Wood to Jonesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fort Leonard Wood from Jonesboro?

The distance from Fort Leonard Wood to Jonesboro is 151.8 miles (244.3 km) as the crow flies. Jonesboro is located SSE of Fort Leonard Wood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 189.8 miles, taking about 3h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Fort Leonard Wood 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fort Leonard Wood 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.