Joplin to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joplin from Minneapolis?

The distance from Joplin to Minneapolis is 549.2 miles (883.9 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located N of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 659.1 miles, taking about 13h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Minneapolis in Minnesota.

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. 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 Minneapolis. 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.