Gallup to Jonesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gallup from Jonesboro?

The distance from Gallup to Jonesboro is 1011.1 miles (1627.2 km) as the crow flies. Jonesboro is located E of Gallup. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1213.3 miles, taking about 24h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 32min. Both are located in United States — Gallup in New Mexico 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gallup 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.