Gastonia to Jonesboro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gastonia from Jonesboro?

The distance from Gastonia to Jonesboro is 536.2 miles (863 km) as the crow flies. Jonesboro is located W of Gastonia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 643.5 miles, taking about 12h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Both are located in United States — Gastonia in North Carolina 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 Gastonia 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.