Joplin to Odessa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joplin from Odessa?

The distance from Joplin to Odessa is 575.1 miles (925.6 km) as the crow flies. Odessa is located SW of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 690.2 miles, taking about 13h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Odessa in Texas.

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.

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