How far is Cassville, MO from Joplin, MO?
The driving distance from Cassville, MO to Joplin, MO is about 59.2 miles (95.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.4 miles (73 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 24m 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 12m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cassville and Joplin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cassville and Joplin.
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Start on the route
29 m · 8 sec
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Turn right
17 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn straight onto State Highway 37 Business
2.8 mi · 5 min · State Highway 37 Business
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At the end of the road, turn right
14.6 mi · 22 min
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Turn left
18.1 mi · 22 min
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Turn right onto North Main Street
5.3 mi · 9 min · North Main Street
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Turn left
3.8 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
5.6 mi · 8 min
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Take the ramp right toward I 49 North, US 71 North: Joplin
1316 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
3.9 mi · 4 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Continue on Governor Warren E Hearnes Memorial Highway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Governor Warren E Hearnes Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 66, I 44 Business
1312 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto East 7th Street
4.9 mi · 11 min · East 7th Street
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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 Cassville and Joplin.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Turn left
18.1 mi · 00h 22m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Cassville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Joplin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cassville to Joplin?
The road trip is about 59.2 miles (95.2 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Ritchey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.9 miles from Cassville and 28.2 miles from Joplin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.4 miles (73 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 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 4:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.88 one way or $15.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Cassville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Joplin.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cassville and Joplin. Straight-line distance: 45.39 mi (73.05 km).
#1 Cassville
City in Barry County, Missouri
| Population | 3,220 |
| Coordinates | 36.6770100, -93.8688100 |
| Altitude | 399 |
| 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: 95 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.89 | $17.78 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.73 | $19.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.09 | $22.17 |
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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