Joplin to Murray: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joplin from Murray?

The distance from Joplin to Murray is 344.2 miles (554 km) as the crow flies. Murray is located E of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 413.1 miles, taking about 8h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Murray 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 Murray. 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.