How far is Chesterfield, MO from Joplin, MO?
The driving distance from Chesterfield, MO to Joplin, MO is about 268.4 miles (432 km), with a travel time of about 04h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 240.8 miles (387.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 25m 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 04h 12m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Missouri, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chesterfield and Joplin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield and Joplin.
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Start on Santa Maria Drive
1514 ft · 1 min · Santa Maria Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Wild Horse Creek Road
551 ft · 20 sec · Wild Horse Creek Road
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Turn left onto Baxter Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Baxter Road
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Turn right onto Clarkson Road
3.6 mi · 7 min · Clarkson Road
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Turn right onto Manchester Road
16.8 mi · 24 min · Manchester Road
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Take the exit slight right toward I 44 West, US 50 West: St. Clair
1157 ft · 14 sec
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Merge slight left
237.3 mi · 4 hr 16 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 Chesterfield 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
237 mi · 04h 16m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Chesterfield and Chance 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 Chesterfield to Joplin?
The road trip is about 268.4 miles (432 km) and usually takes 04h 12m 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?
Stoutland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 134.1 miles from Chesterfield and 134.3 miles from Joplin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 240.8 miles (387.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.6 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 8:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.71 one way or $71.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 84.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Chesterfield and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Joplin.
Stop Ideas Near Stoutland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Stoutland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chesterfield and Joplin. Straight-line distance: 240.78 mi (387.49 km).
#1 Chesterfield
A city in St.
| Population | 47,570 |
| Coordinates | 38.6631100, -90.5770700 |
| Altitude | 144 |
| 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: 432 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 20m |
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 | $35.71 | $71.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $40.28 | $80.55 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $44.07 | $88.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $50.23 | $100.46 |
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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