Joplin to Mason City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joplin from Mason City?

The distance from Joplin to Mason City is 425 miles (684 km) as the crow flies. Mason City is located N of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 510 miles, taking about 10h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Mason City 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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Joplin and Mason City. 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.