How far is Joplin, MO from Jackson, MO?
The driving distance from Joplin, MO to Jackson, MO is about 310.9 miles (500.3 km), with a travel time of about 06h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 267.4 miles (430.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 36m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
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City in Howell County, Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Joplin and Jackson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Joplin and Jackson.
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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
53.2 mi · 57 min · Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 360 East
1463 ft · 31 sec
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Continue on James River Freeway
14.4 mi · 17 min · James River Freeway
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Continue straight
81.3 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 60 East: Mountain View, Poplar Bluff
61.7 mi · 1 hr 13 min
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Turn left
3.4 mi · 5 min
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Turn slight right
22.4 mi · 33 min
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Turn right
45 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1240 ft · 21 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on Conrad Avenue
1382 ft · 26 sec · Conrad Avenue
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Turn right
16.8 mi · 25 min
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Continue straight
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1.4 km · 3 min · West Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Main Street
26 m · 2 sec · East Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Main Street
18 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Joplin and Jackson.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
James River Freeway
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81.3 mi · 01h 35m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Joplin and Showers And Thunderstorms near Jackson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Joplin to Jackson?
The road trip is about 310.9 miles (500.3 km) and usually takes 06h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Willow Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 155.2 miles from Joplin and 155.7 miles from Jackson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 267.4 miles (430.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.5 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.37 one way or $82.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 97.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Joplin and Showers And Thunderstorms near Jackson.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Joplin and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 267.41 mi (430.35 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 Jackson
City in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 14,699 |
| Coordinates | 37.3822700, -89.6662100 |
| Altitude | 141 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jackson (-89.66621, 37.38227)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 500 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 52m |
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 | $41.37 | $82.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $46.66 | $93.31 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $51.05 | $102.11 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $58.18 | $116.37 |
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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