Dubuque to Joplin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dubuque from Joplin?

The distance from Dubuque to Joplin is 426.3 miles (686 km) as the crow flies. Joplin is located SSW of Dubuque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 511.5 miles, taking about 10h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Dubuque 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 Dubuque 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.