Hobbs to Joplin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hobbs from Joplin?

The distance from Hobbs to Joplin is 574.5 miles (924.5 km) as the crow flies. Joplin is located NE of Hobbs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 689.3 miles, taking about 13h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Hobbs 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hobbs 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.