How far is Joplin, MO from Nevada, MO?
The driving distance from Joplin, MO to Nevada, MO is about 64.6 miles (104 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.9 miles (85.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 36m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Sunny
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Joplin and Nevada.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Joplin and Nevada.
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Start on the route
25 m · 12 sec
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Turn left
18 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2.3 mi · 6 min · South Main Street
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Turn straight onto North Main Street Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · North Main Street Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Demott Drive
4 m · 1 sec · Demott Drive
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Exit the roundabout onto Demott Drive
2 mi · 3 min · Demott Drive
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Continue on West MacArthur Drive
1.5 km · 2 min · West MacArthur Drive
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
71 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
7.8 mi · 9 min
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Continue on West Central Avenue
138 m · 16 sec · West Central Avenue
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Turn left onto I 49 North, US 71 North: Kansas City
1109 ft · 14 sec
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Merge slight left onto George Washington Carver Memorial Highway
3.2 mi · 3 min · George Washington Carver Memorial Highway
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Continue on Trooper Charles P. Corbin Memorial Highway
10.5 mi · 11 min · Trooper Charles P. Corbin Memorial Highway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
33.5 mi · 36 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward I 49 Business, MO K: Nevada, Camp Clark
785 ft · 25 sec
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Turn left onto East Austin Boulevard
1.9 mi · 4 min · East Austin Boulevard
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Turn right onto South Lynn Street
755 ft · 39 sec · South Lynn Street
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Turn left onto East Walnut Street
160 m · 23 sec · East Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Joplin and Nevada.
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.
Purple Heart Trail
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
33.5 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Patchy Fog then Sunny leaving Joplin and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Nevada.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Joplin to Nevada?
The road trip is about 64.6 miles (104 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Jasper is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.3 miles from Joplin and 32.2 miles from Nevada.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.9 miles (85.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.60 one way or $17.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Sunny around Joplin and Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny near Nevada.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Joplin and Nevada. Straight-line distance: 52.88 mi (85.11 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 Nevada
Town in Vernon County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 8,196 |
| Coordinates | 37.8392100, -94.3546700 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nevada (-94.35467, 37.83921)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 104 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.60 | $17.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.70 | $19.39 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.61 | $21.22 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.09 | $24.19 |
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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