Joplin to Roswell, New Mexico: Road Trip Guide & Distance

619.4 miles 996.8 km · straight line
743.3 miles estimated 1196.2 km · driving distance
14h 57min estimated drive time
$72 - $88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 45min flight time
249° WSW bearing direction

How far is Joplin from Roswell, New Mexico?

The distance from Joplin to Roswell, New Mexico is 619.4 miles (996.8 km) as the crow flies. Roswell, New Mexico is located WSW of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 743.3 miles, taking about 14h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Roswell, New Mexico in New Mexico.

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 Roswell, New Mexico. 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.

How to Get from Joplin to Roswell, New Mexico

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 57min $72 - $88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 56min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~19h 26min $89–$260* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Joplin & Roswell, New Mexico

Quick Facts

Joplin
37.08°N, 94.51°W
America/Chicago
306m elevation
Roswell, New Mexico
33.39°N, 104.52°W
America/Denver
1090m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 206 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients