Joplin to Madisonville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joplin from Madisonville?

The distance from Joplin to Madisonville is 386.3 miles (621.7 km) as the crow flies. Madisonville is located E of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 463.5 miles, taking about 9h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Madisonville in Kentucky.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Joplin and Madisonville. 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.