Joplin to Rowlett: Road Trip Guide & Distance

311.3 miles 501 km · straight line
373.6 miles estimated 601.2 km · driving distance
7h 31min estimated drive time
$36 - $44 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
202° SSW bearing direction

How far is Joplin from Rowlett?

The distance from Joplin to Rowlett is 311.3 miles (501 km) as the crow flies. Rowlett is located SSW of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 373.6 miles, taking about 7h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Rowlett in Texas.

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. 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 Rowlett. 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 Rowlett

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 31min $36 - $44 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 1min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~7h 8min $45–$131* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Joplin & Rowlett

Quick Facts

Joplin
37.08°N, 94.51°W
America/Chicago
306m elevation
Rowlett
32.90°N, 96.56°W
America/Chicago
154m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 104 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 80 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients