Joplin to Parker: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joplin from Parker?

The distance from Joplin to Parker is 580.2 miles (933.7 km) as the crow flies. Parker is located WNW of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 696.2 miles, taking about 14h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Parker in Colorado.

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 Parker. 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.