Joplin to White Sands: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Joplin from White Sands?

The distance from Joplin to White Sands is 731.3 miles (1176.9 km) as the crow flies. White Sands is located WSW of Joplin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 877.6 miles, taking about 17h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 58min. Both are located in United States — Joplin in Missouri and White Sands 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. 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 White Sands. 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.