Fayetteville, Arkansas to Joplin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Fayetteville, Arkansas from Joplin?

The distance from Fayetteville, Arkansas to Joplin is 73.3 miles (118 km) as the crow flies. Joplin is located NNW of Fayetteville, Arkansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 91.7 miles, taking about 1h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States — Fayetteville, Arkansas in Arkansas and Joplin in Missouri.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fayetteville, Arkansas 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.