Jonesboro to Port Arthur: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jonesboro from Port Arthur?

The distance from Jonesboro to Port Arthur is 452.4 miles (728 km) as the crow flies. Port Arthur is located SSW of Jonesboro. By car, the driving distance is approximately 542.8 miles, taking about 10h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Jonesboro in Arkansas and Port Arthur in Texas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Port Arthur. 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.