How far is Ashland, MO from Joplin, MO?
The driving distance from Ashland, MO to Joplin, MO is about 221 miles (355.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 169.6 miles (272.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 32m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Laclede County, Missouri, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ashland and Joplin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashland and Joplin.
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Start on East Broadway
1031 ft · 29 sec · East Broadway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
28 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1003 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
13.7 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 54 West, US 63 South: Jefferson City
6.6 mi · 8 min
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Continue straight
52.7 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit right toward MO 5 South, MO 7 South: Lebanon
1203 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
24 mi · 29 min
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Turn left onto North Jefferson Avenue
1.6 mi · 2 min · North Jefferson Avenue
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Take the exit right toward I 44 West: Springfield
731 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left
113 mi · 2 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 44 Business, MO 66: Duenweg, Joplin
8.5 mi · 17 min
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Turn right onto South Main Street
48 m · 7 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right
18 m · 7 sec
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Turn right
25 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ashland and Joplin.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 44 West
Merge slight left
113 mi · 02h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ashland and Showers And Thunderstorms near Joplin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ashland to Joplin?
The road trip is about 221 miles (355.7 km) and usually takes 03h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Phillipsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 110.4 miles from Ashland and 110.6 miles from Joplin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 169.6 miles (272.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.41 one way or $58.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Ashland and Showers And Thunderstorms near Joplin.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ashland and Joplin. Straight-line distance: 169.57 mi (272.89 km).
#1 Ashland
City in Boone County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 4,031 |
| Coordinates | 38.7744800, -92.2571300 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Joplin
The most populous city in Jasper County, Missouri.
| Population | 50,956 |
| Coordinates | 37.0842300, -94.5132800 |
| Altitude | 306 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Main Street (-94.513461, 37.084233)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 356 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 45m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $29.41 | $58.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $33.17 | $66.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $36.30 | $72.60 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $41.37 | $82.74 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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