Joplin to Marshalltown: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joplin from Marshalltown?

The distance from Joplin to Marshalltown is 353.6 miles (569 km) as the crow flies. Marshalltown is located NNE of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 424.3 miles, taking about 8h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Marshalltown in Iowa.

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 Marshalltown. 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.