Jonesboro

Georgia

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Destinations

Jonesboro is located in Georgia, approximately 16 miles from Atlanta. The most popular drive from Jonesboro is to Atlanta. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Jonesboro

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

Atlanta
40 miles
1h 25min

Nearby Cities

ATL (9 mi)Hapeville (10 mi)College Park (11 mi)East Point (12 mi)Atlanta (16 mi)Pine Lake (16 mi)

Routes to Jonesboro

Atlanta → Jonesboro

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Jonesboro from Atlanta?
Jonesboro is approximately 40 miles from Atlanta, taking around 1h 25min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Jonesboro?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including Atlanta, Jonesboro.
How many routes from Jonesboro?
Jonesboro has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Jonesboro from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Jonesboro to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Atlanta, roughly 20 miles away by road.

Atlanta~20 mi · 15 min
Birmingham~170 mi · 3h
Nashville~275 mi · 4h 45m
Charlotte~280 mi · 4h 45m
Jacksonville~325 mi · 5h 30m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Jonesboro

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Jonesboro by road:

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta (ATL)~10 mi · 15 min
Birmingham (BHM)~165 mi · 2h 45m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Jonesboro: What to Know

As a Georgia starting point, Jonesboro gives drivers straightforward access to the Southeast's main corridors. Weekday mornings before 7 AM are typically the quietest time to get on the road, while Friday afternoons and holiday weekends see the heaviest traffic on routes out of town. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-75, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Explore Routes from Jonesboro

From Jonesboro, you can drive to 3 different cities and attractions across the US. This page lists every available route sorted by distance, making it easy to find both nearby getaways and faraway adventures. Each destination card shows the driving distance and estimated travel time at a glance. Click through to any route for in-depth details on highway options, fuel expenses, rest stop suggestions, and real-time traffic considerations to help you plan the perfect trip.