Jonesboro to Springfield, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

279.6 miles 450 km · straight line
349.5 miles estimated 562.5 km · driving distance
7h 2min estimated drive time
$34 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
12° NNE bearing direction

How far is Jonesboro from Springfield, Illinois?

The distance from Jonesboro to Springfield, Illinois is 279.6 miles (450 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Illinois is located NNE of Jonesboro. By car, the driving distance is approximately 349.5 miles, taking about 7h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Jonesboro in Arkansas and Springfield, Illinois in Illinois.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jonesboro and Springfield, Illinois. 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 Springfield, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 2min $34 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 26min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 41min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jonesboro & Springfield, Illinois

Quick Facts

Jonesboro
35.84°N, 90.70°W
America/Chicago
99m elevation
Springfield, Illinois
39.80°N, 89.64°W
America/Chicago
182m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients