Gallup to Joplin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gallup from Joplin?

The distance from Gallup to Joplin is 798.8 miles (1285.5 km) as the crow flies. Joplin is located ENE of Gallup. By car, the driving distance is approximately 958.5 miles, taking about 19h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 6min. Both are located in United States — Gallup in New Mexico 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gallup 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.