How far is Platte City, MO from Joplin, MO?
The driving distance from Platte City, MO to Joplin, MO is about 181.8 miles (292.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 158.6 miles (255.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 37m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 48m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Bates County, Missouri, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Platte City and Joplin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Platte City and Joplin.
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Start on Main Street
2816 ft · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto North Prairie View Road
114 m · 10 sec · North Prairie View Road
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 29 South, US 71 South: Kansas City
1711 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 435 South: Topeka
1 km · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
32.6 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 69
3250 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 69 South: College Boulevard
1028 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 69 South
1.6 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 69 South
1188 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Overland Parkway
104.3 mi · 1 hr 53 min · Overland Parkway
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Take the exit slight right
97 m · 9 sec
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Merge slight left onto West Atkinson Road
7.6 mi · 11 min · West Atkinson Road
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Turn left
4.9 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
9.9 mi · 14 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
39 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
5.2 mi · 7 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North Main Street Road
6 m · 1 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 Platte City 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.
Overland Parkway
Merge slight left onto Overland Parkway
104 mi · 01h 53m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Platte City and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Joplin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Platte City to Joplin?
The road trip is about 181.8 miles (292.6 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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?
Amoret is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.9 miles from Platte City and 94.9 miles from Joplin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158.6 miles (255.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.2 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 12:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.21 one way or $48.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Platte City and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Joplin.
Stop Ideas Near Amoret
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 Platte City and Joplin. Straight-line distance: 158.62 mi (255.28 km).
#1 Platte City
City in Platte County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 4,955 |
| Coordinates | 39.3702800, -94.7824600 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| 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: 293 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $24.21 | $48.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.30 | $54.61 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.88 | $59.76 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.05 | $68.10 |
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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