Gardner, Kansas to Joplin: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Gardner, Kansas from Joplin?
The distance from Gardner, Kansas to Joplin is 121.4 miles (195.4 km) as the crow flies. Joplin is located S of Gardner, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 151.8 miles, taking about 3h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Gardner, Kansas in Kansas and Joplin in Missouri.
For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Gardner, Kansas 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 Gardner, Kansas to Joplin
Suggested Stops Between Gardner, Kansas & Joplin
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 40 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
- You could travel this distance about 205.1 times to circle the Earth's equator