Jonesboro to Shreveport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

287.8 miles 463.1 km · straight line
359.7 miles estimated 578.9 km · driving distance
7h 14min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
218° SW bearing direction

How far is Jonesboro from Shreveport?

The distance from Jonesboro to Shreveport is 287.8 miles (463.1 km) as the crow flies. Shreveport is located SW of Jonesboro. By car, the driving distance is approximately 359.7 miles, taking about 7h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Jonesboro in Arkansas and Shreveport 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 Shreveport. 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 Shreveport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 14min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 41min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 52min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jonesboro & Shreveport

Quick Facts

Jonesboro
35.84°N, 90.70°W
America/Chicago
99m elevation
Shreveport
32.53°N, 93.75°W
America/Chicago
56m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients