Cincinnati to Joplin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cincinnati from Joplin?

The distance from Cincinnati to Joplin is 561.1 miles (903 km) as the crow flies. Joplin is located WSW of Cincinnati. By car, the driving distance is approximately 673.3 miles, taking about 13h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati 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.