Chillicothe to Joplin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chillicothe from Joplin?

The distance from Chillicothe to Joplin is 644.5 miles (1037.2 km) as the crow flies. Joplin is located W of Chillicothe. By car, the driving distance is approximately 773.4 miles, taking about 15h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Both are located in United States — Chillicothe in Ohio 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 Chillicothe 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.