Jefferson City to Van Buren: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jefferson City from Van Buren?

The distance from Jefferson City to Van Buren is 247.9 miles (399 km) as the crow flies. Van Buren is located SSW of Jefferson City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 309.9 miles, taking about 6h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Jefferson City in Missouri and Van Buren 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. 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 Jefferson City and Van Buren. 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.