Joplin to Van Buren: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joplin from Van Buren?

The distance from Joplin to Van Buren is 114.2 miles (183.8 km) as the crow flies. Van Buren is located S of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 142.8 miles, taking about 2h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and Van Buren 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Joplin and Van Buren. 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.