How far is Joplin, MO from Old Jamestown, MO?
The driving distance from Joplin, MO to Old Jamestown, MO is about 294.7 miles (474.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 260.1 miles (418.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 39m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Pulaski County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Joplin and Old Jamestown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Joplin and Old Jamestown.
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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
260.4 mi · 4 hr 43 min · Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270: Chicago, Memphis
871 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North: Chicago
551 ft · 12 sec
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Continue on I 270 North: Chicago
2638 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
18.8 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 67
1565 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left onto North Lindbergh Boulevard
2.1 mi · 4 min · North Lindbergh Boulevard
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Turn left onto Patterson Road
2.3 mi · 5 min · Patterson Road
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Continue on Vaile Ave
1.1 mi · 2 min · Vaile Ave
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Old Halls Ferry Road
6 m · 1 sec · Old Halls Ferry Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Old Halls Ferry Road
1368 ft · 38 sec · Old Halls Ferry Road
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Turn left
52 m · 12 sec
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Keep slight right
1292 ft · 2 min
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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 Old Jamestown.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
Merge slight left onto Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
260 mi · 04h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Joplin and Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Old Jamestown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Joplin to Old Jamestown?
The road trip is about 294.7 miles (474.2 km) and usually takes 05h 39m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Waynesville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 147.2 miles from Joplin and 147.5 miles from Old Jamestown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 260.1 miles (418.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.6 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 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.34 one way or $82.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 92.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Joplin and Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Old Jamestown.
Stop Ideas Near Waynesville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Waynesville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Joplin and Old Jamestown. Straight-line distance: 260.12 mi (418.63 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 Old Jamestown
This historic settlement in Saint Louis County, Missouri, is nestled along the Missouri River, defining its geographic character.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.8349400, -90.2851100 |
| Altitude | - |
| Country | United States |
End: Old Jamestown (-90.28511, 38.83494)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 474 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 40m |
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 | $3.98 | $41.34 | $82.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $45.15 | $90.29 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $48.95 | $97.91 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $62.28 | $124.55 |
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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