How far is Joplin, MO from Byrnes Mill, MO?
The driving distance from Joplin, MO to Byrnes Mill, MO is about 260.9 miles (419.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 234.2 miles (376.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 03m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 01m.
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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 Joplin and Byrnes Mill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Joplin and Byrnes Mill.
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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
223.1 mi · 4 hr 1 min · Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MO WW, MO AB, MO 30: Saint Clair
895 ft · 23 sec
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Turn right
728 ft · 22 sec
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Continue on West Gravois Avenue
1012 ft · 25 sec · West Gravois Avenue
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 30, MO 47
58 m · 5 sec
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Merge slight left onto East Gravois Avenue
27.3 mi · 38 min · East Gravois Avenue
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Take the exit slight left toward Byrnes Mill Road
134 m · 13 sec
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Continue on Byrnes Mill Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · Byrnes Mill Road
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Turn right onto Upper Byrnes Mill Road
11 m · 1 sec · Upper Byrnes Mill Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Upper Byrnes Mill Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Joplin and Byrnes Mill.
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
223 mi · 04h 01m
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 Joplin and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers near Byrnes Mill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Joplin to Byrnes Mill?
The road trip is about 260.9 miles (419.9 km) and usually takes 05h 01m 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 130.3 miles from Joplin and 130.6 miles from Byrnes Mill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 234.2 miles (376.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.7 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 6:56 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.73 one way or $69.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Joplin and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers near Byrnes Mill.
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 Joplin and Byrnes Mill. Straight-line distance: 234.21 mi (376.92 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 Byrnes Mill
City in Jefferson County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 3,015 |
| Coordinates | 38.4378300, -90.5817900 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| Country | United States |
End: Byrnes Mill (-90.58179, 38.43783)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 420 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 15m |
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 | $34.73 | $69.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $39.17 | $78.34 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $42.86 | $85.73 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $48.85 | $97.70 |
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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