How far is Nevada, MO from Joplin, MO?
The driving distance from Nevada, MO to Joplin, MO is about 57.9 miles (93.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.9 miles (85.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 08m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 04m.
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
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Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Patchy Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Nevada and Joplin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nevada and Joplin.
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Start on East Walnut Street
160 m · 25 sec · East Walnut Street
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Turn right onto North Lynn Street
755 ft · 39 sec · North Lynn Street
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Turn left onto East Austin Boulevard
1.7 mi · 4 min · East Austin Boulevard
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Take the ramp right toward I 49 South, US 71 South: Joplin
1599 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left
47.2 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MO 571 South, MO 96, I 49 Business, MO 171 North: Webb City
706 ft · 15 sec
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Turn right onto Edward F. Dixon III Memorial Highway
6.6 mi · 7 min · Edward F. Dixon III Memorial Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 49 Business, MO 171 North: Webb City
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East MacArthur Drive
72 m · 3 sec · East MacArthur Drive
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Exit the roundabout onto East MacArthur Drive
1.5 km · 2 min · East MacArthur Drive
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Continue on West Macarthur Drive
2 mi · 3 min · West Macarthur Drive
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward North Main Street Road
78 m · 7 sec · North Main Street Road
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Exit the roundabout onto North Main Street Road
4 mi · 9 min · North Main Street Road
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Turn left
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 Nevada 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 49 South
Merge slight left
47.2 mi · 00h 51m
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.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Nevada and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Joplin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nevada to Joplin?
The road trip is about 57.9 miles (93.2 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?
Jasper is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.2 miles from Nevada and 25.7 miles from Joplin.
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 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.69 one way or $15.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny around Nevada and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Joplin.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nevada and Joplin. Straight-line distance: 52.88 mi (85.11 km).
#1 Nevada
Town in Vernon County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 8,196 |
| Coordinates | 37.8392100, -94.3546700 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| 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: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.69 | $15.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.68 | $17.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.82 | $21.64 |
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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