Dayton to Joplin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

588.1 miles 946.4 km · straight line
705.7 miles estimated 1135.7 km · driving distance
14h 12min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
255° WSW bearing direction

How far is Dayton from Joplin?

The distance from Dayton to Joplin is 588.1 miles (946.4 km) as the crow flies. Joplin is located WSW of Dayton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 705.7 miles, taking about 14h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Dayton 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 Dayton 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.

How to Get from Dayton to Joplin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 12min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 2min $56–$106* Budget
Train ~18h 28min $85–$247* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dayton & Joplin

Quick Facts

Dayton
39.76°N, 84.19°W
America/New_York
225m 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 196 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients