Birmingham, Alabama to Joplin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Birmingham, Alabama from Joplin?

The distance from Birmingham, Alabama to Joplin is 499.4 miles (803.7 km) as the crow flies. Joplin is located WNW of Birmingham, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 599.3 miles, taking about 12h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Birmingham, Alabama in Alabama and Joplin in Missouri.

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 Birmingham, Alabama 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.