How far is Moscow Mills, MO from Joplin, MO?
The driving distance from Moscow Mills, MO to Joplin, MO is about 279 miles (449 km), with a travel time of about 04h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 234.3 miles (377 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 16m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 38m.
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City in Missouri parts of witch are in Camden, Laclede, and Pulaski Counties
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Moscow Mills and Joplin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moscow Mills and Joplin.
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Start on the route
1.1 km · 2 min
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Take the ramp slight left toward US 61 South: Wentzville
1348 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
4.9 mi · 6 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Turn right
5.9 mi · 9 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Veterans Memorial Parkway
104 m · 13 sec · Veterans Memorial Parkway
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Turn left
12.5 mi · 18 min
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Continue straight
3.6 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
1.1 km · 2 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
11.1 mi · 17 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
2293 ft · 50 sec
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Take the exit right
42 m · 5 sec
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Turn right
5.6 mi · 8 min
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Take the ramp right toward I 44 West: Rolla
1237 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
224.3 mi · 4 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 44 Business, MO 66: Duenweg, Joplin
8.5 mi · 17 min
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Turn right onto South Main Street
48 m · 7 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right
18 m · 7 sec
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Turn right
25 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Moscow Mills and Joplin.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 44 West
Merge slight left
224 mi · 04h 02m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Moscow Mills to Joplin?
The road trip is about 279 miles (449 km) and usually takes 04h 38m 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?
Richland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 139.4 miles from Moscow Mills and 139.6 miles from Joplin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 234.3 miles (377 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.11 one way or $74.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Moscow Mills and Showers And Thunderstorms near Joplin.
Stop Ideas Near Richland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Moscow Mills and Joplin. Straight-line distance: 234.23 mi (376.95 km).
#1 Moscow Mills
City in Lincoln County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 3,652 |
| Coordinates | 38.9478300, -90.9181900 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Joplin
The most populous city in Jasper County, Missouri.
| Population | 50,956 |
| Coordinates | 37.0842300, -94.5132800 |
| Altitude | 306 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Main Street (-94.513461, 37.084233)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 449 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 28m |
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 | $37.11 | $74.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $41.85 | $83.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $45.80 | $91.59 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $52.19 | $104.38 |
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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