Joplin to Leavenworth, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joplin from Leavenworth, Kansas?

The distance from Joplin to Leavenworth, Kansas is 155.5 miles (250.2 km) as the crow flies. Leavenworth, Kansas is located N of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 194.4 miles, taking about 3h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Leavenworth, Kansas in Kansas.

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 Leavenworth, Kansas. 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.