Jonesboro to Monroe, Louisiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

244.1 miles 392.8 km · straight line
305.1 miles estimated 491 km · driving distance
6h 8min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
200° SSW bearing direction

How far is Jonesboro from Monroe, Louisiana?

The distance from Jonesboro to Monroe, Louisiana is 244.1 miles (392.8 km) as the crow flies. Monroe, Louisiana is located SSW of Jonesboro. By car, the driving distance is approximately 305.1 miles, taking about 6h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Jonesboro in Arkansas and Monroe, Louisiana in Louisiana.

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 Jonesboro and Monroe, Louisiana. 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 Jonesboro to Monroe, Louisiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 8min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 22min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 50min $37–$107* Comfort

Quick Facts

Jonesboro
35.84°N, 90.70°W
America/Chicago
99m elevation
Monroe, Louisiana
32.51°N, 92.12°W
America/Chicago
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients