Joplin to Texarkana, Arkansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joplin from Texarkana, Arkansas?

The distance from Joplin to Texarkana, Arkansas is 253.1 miles (407.3 km) as the crow flies. Texarkana, Arkansas is located S of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 316.3 miles, taking about 6h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Texarkana, Arkansas in Arkansas.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Joplin and Texarkana, Arkansas. 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.