How far is Joplin, MO from Independence, MO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Joplin and Independence is 138.76 miles (223.32 km).
Flight distance from Joplin, MO to Independence, MO is 138.76 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Joplin to Independence with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Joplin, Missouri to Independence, Missouri is: 160.94 miles (259.01 km) by car.
Driving from Joplin to Independence will take approximately 02 hours 35 minutes.
#1 Joplin
The most populous city in Jasper County, Missouri. It is located on the Joplin Creek in southwestern Missouri. Joplin is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Joplin Museum of Art and the Joplin Little Theatre.
| Population | 50956 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°5'3"N 94°30'48"W |
| Latitude | 37.0842300 |
| Longitude | -94.5132800 |
| Altitude | 306 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Independence
A city in Jackson County, Missouri. It is located in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Independence is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Harry S. Truman National Historic Site and the Independence Square.
| Population | 116774 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°5'28"N 94°24'56"W |
| Latitude | 39.0911200 |
| Longitude | -94.4155100 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Independence: East Kansas Avenue (-94.415514,39.091027)
Estimated Travel Time Between Joplin and Independence
The distance between Joplin and Independence is 259 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 52 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Joplin and Independence. The current time is 13:40:33.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 21 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 13 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 40 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 17 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 08 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 00 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.5 liters (5.68 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Joplin and Independence.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Joplin to Independence is $18.2 (diesel $25.14).
Missouri gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.54 | $3.86 | $4.43 |
| Total | $18.2 | $20.08 | $21.92 | $25.14 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Missouri ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.205 (Diesel $4.426) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Joplin and Independence (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from New York, MO to Joplin 219.02 miles (352 km)
Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to Joplin 295.25 miles (475 km)
Driving distance from East Independence, MO to Joplin 156.52 miles (252 km)
