Cedar Rapids to Joplin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cedar Rapids from Joplin?

The distance from Cedar Rapids to Joplin is 372.9 miles (600.2 km) as the crow flies. Joplin is located SSW of Cedar Rapids. By car, the driving distance is approximately 447.5 miles, taking about 9h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Cedar Rapids in Iowa 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 Cedar Rapids 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.