Appleton to Joplin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Appleton from Joplin?

The distance from Appleton to Joplin is 589.6 miles (948.8 km) as the crow flies. Joplin is located SW of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 707.5 miles, taking about 14h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Joplin in Missouri.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Appleton and Joplin. 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.