Joplin to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joplin from Tucson?

The distance from Joplin to Tucson is 992.5 miles (1597.2 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located WSW of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1144.1 miles, taking about 20h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 30min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Tucson in Arizona.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Joplin and Tucson. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.