How far is Joplin, MO from Ashland, MO?
The driving distance from Joplin, MO to Ashland, MO is about 221.4 miles (356.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 169.6 miles (272.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 35m 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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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 17m.
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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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Joplin and Ashland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Joplin and Ashland.
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Start on the route
67 m · 18 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
59 m · 19 sec
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Turn left onto East 7th Street
6.8 mi · 14 min · East 7th Street
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Continue on Cimarron Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Cimarron Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 44 East, I 49 North, US 71 North: Springfield, Kansas City
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
113.3 mi · 2 hr 3 min · Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 64, MO 5, MO 32: Hartville
894 ft · 26 sec
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Turn left onto South Jefferson Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Jefferson Avenue
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Continue straight
23.7 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 54: Camdenton, Nevada, Osage Beach, Jefferson City
1082 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right
31.2 mi · 36 min
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Turn straight
28 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 63 North: Columbia
14.2 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right
1261 ft · 36 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
78 m · 5 sec
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Exit the roundabout
157 m · 11 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Broadway
40 m · 3 sec · East Broadway
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Exit the roundabout onto East Broadway
1072 ft · 29 sec · East Broadway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 4 toward East Broadway
80 m · 7 sec · East Broadway
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Exit the roundabout onto East Broadway
10 m · 1 sec · East Broadway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Joplin and Ashland.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
Merge slight left onto Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
113 mi · 02h 03m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Joplin and Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms near Ashland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Joplin to Ashland?
The road trip is about 221.4 miles (356.3 km) and usually takes 04h 17m 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 110.7 miles from Joplin and 110.7 miles from Ashland.
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 51.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:24 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.45 one way or $58.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Joplin and Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms near Ashland.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Joplin and Ashland. Straight-line distance: 169.57 mi (272.89 km).
#1 Joplin
The most populous city in Jasper County, Missouri.
| Population | 50,956 |
| Coordinates | 37.0842300, -94.5132800 |
| Altitude | 306 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ashland
City in Boone County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 4,031 |
| Coordinates | 38.7744800, -92.2571300 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ashland (-92.25713, 38.77448)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 356 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $29.45 | $58.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $33.22 | $66.43 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $36.35 | $72.70 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $41.42 | $82.85 |
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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