Columbus, Ohio to Joplin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

652.8 miles 1050.6 km · straight line
701.7 miles actual route 1129.3 km · driving distance
13h 11min estimated drive time
$68 - $83 estimated fuel cost
~1h 49min flight time
256° WSW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Joplin?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Joplin is 652.8 miles (1050.6 km) as the crow flies. Joplin is located WSW of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 701.7 miles, taking about 13h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 49min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio 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 Columbus, Ohio and Joplin. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Columbus, Ohio to Joplin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 11min $68 - $83 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 49min $56–$105* Budget
Train ~17h 8min $84–$246* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Joplin

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Joplin
37.08°N, 94.51°W
America/Chicago
306m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 218 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM