How far is Joplin, MO from Cassville, MO?
The driving distance from Joplin, MO to Cassville, MO is about 61.9 miles (99.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.4 miles (73 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 05m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Joplin and Cassville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Joplin and Cassville.
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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
4.8 mi · 11 min · East 7th Street
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Take the ramp right toward MO 249 South
1292 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left onto Governor Warren E Hearnes Memorial Highway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Governor Warren E Hearnes Memorial Highway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
3.9 mi · 4 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward MO V: Diamond
1573 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left
8.4 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
5.3 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto East Valley Street
18.1 mi · 22 min · East Valley Street
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Turn right onto South Lincoln Avenue
14.6 mi · 22 min · South Lincoln Avenue
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Turn left onto State Highway 37 Business
2.8 mi · 5 min · State Highway 37 Business
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Continue on Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn left
54 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
16 m · 5 sec
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Turn right
15 m · 4 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 Joplin and Cassville.
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.
East Valley Street
Turn left onto East Valley Street
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 Joplin and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Cassville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Joplin to Cassville?
The road trip is about 61.9 miles (99.6 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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 Joplin and 30.9 miles from Cassville.
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 16.5 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 3:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.22 one way or $16.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Joplin and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Cassville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Joplin and Cassville. Straight-line distance: 45.39 mi (73.05 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 Cassville
City in Barry County, Missouri
| Population | 3,220 |
| Coordinates | 36.6770100, -93.8688100 |
| Altitude | 399 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cassville (-93.86881, 36.67701)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 100 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $8.22 | $16.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.27 | $18.54 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.15 | $20.29 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.56 | $23.13 |
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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