How far is Joplin, MO from Monett, MO?
The driving distance from Joplin, MO to Monett, MO is about 39.4 miles (63.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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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City in Jasper County, Missouri, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Joplin and Monett.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Joplin and Monett.
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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
10.7 mi · 11 min · Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 37, I 44 Business: Reeds, Sarcoxie
1318 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right
2397 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left onto Blackberry Road
2 mi · 4 min · Blackberry Road
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Continue on High Street
1342 ft · 29 sec · High Street
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Turn right onto North 14th Street
17.4 mi · 31 min · North 14th Street
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Turn right onto West Cleveland Avenue
28 m · 3 sec · West Cleveland Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Cleveland Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Joplin and Monett.
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.
North 14th Street
Turn right onto North 14th Street
17.4 mi · 00h 31m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Joplin to Monett?
The road trip is about 39.4 miles (63.4 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Sarcoxie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.7 miles from Joplin and 19.8 miles from Monett.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.1 miles (54.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 4:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.24 one way or $10.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Joplin and Showers And Thunderstorms near Monett.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Joplin and Monett. Straight-line distance: 34.04 mi (54.79 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 Monett
City in Lawrence County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 9,161 |
| Coordinates | 36.9289500, -93.9277100 |
| Altitude | 413 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monett (-93.92771, 36.92895)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.24 | $10.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.91 | $11.82 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.47 | $12.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.37 | $14.75 |
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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