How far is Battlefield, MO from Joplin, MO?
The driving distance from Battlefield, MO to Joplin, MO is about 70.1 miles (112.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63 miles (101.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 10m.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Lawrence 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 Battlefield and Joplin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Battlefield and Joplin.
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Start on West 3rd Street
21 m · 4 sec · West 3rd Street
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Turn right
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Continue on West Bypass
664 ft · 16 sec · West Bypass
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Take the ramp left toward US 60 West: Republic
1094 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto James River Freeway
5.2 mi · 6 min · James River Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 44 West: Joplin
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Captain Aaron J Eidem Memorial Highway
52.7 mi · 56 min · Captain Aaron J Eidem Memorial Highway
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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 Battlefield 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.
Captain Aaron J Eidem Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Captain Aaron J Eidem Memorial Highway
52.7 mi · 00h 56m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Battlefield and Mostly Sunny near Joplin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Battlefield to Joplin?
The road trip is about 70.1 miles (112.8 km) and usually takes 01h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hoberg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35 miles from Battlefield and 35 miles from Joplin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63 miles (101.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.35 one way or $18.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Battlefield and Mostly Sunny near Joplin.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Battlefield and Joplin. Straight-line distance: 63.03 mi (101.44 km).
#1 Battlefield
City in Greene County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 6,665 |
| Coordinates | 37.1156100, -93.3701900 |
| Altitude | 388 |
| 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: 113 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $9.35 | $18.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.55 | $21.09 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.54 | $23.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.15 | $26.31 |
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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