Joplin to Mesquite: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joplin from Mesquite?

The distance from Joplin to Mesquite is 1078 miles (1734.9 km) as the crow flies. Mesquite is located W of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1293.6 miles, taking about 26h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 40min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Mesquite in Nevada.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Joplin and Mesquite. 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.