Joplin to Kansas City: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Joplin from Kansas City?
The distance from Joplin to Kansas City is 139.3 miles (224.2 km) as the crow flies. Kansas City is located N of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 157.1 miles, taking about 3h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States.
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 Joplin and Kansas City. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Joplin to Kansas City
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
- You could travel this distance about 178.7 times to circle the Earth's equator