How far is Polk, MO from Joplin, MO?
The driving distance from Polk, MO to Joplin, MO is about 109.2 miles (175.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 80.2 miles (129 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m 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 01h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Lawrence County, Missouri, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Polk and Joplin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Polk and Joplin.
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Start on the route
11.6 mi · 28 min
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Turn right onto East Broadway Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East Broadway Street
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Turn left onto South Springfield Avenue
2.9 mi · 6 min · South Springfield Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward MO 13 South: Springfield
940 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto Rick Seiner Memorial Highway
23.2 mi · 27 min · Rick Seiner Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 44 West: Joplin
1076 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Payne Stewart Highway
61.6 mi · 1 hr 6 min · Payne Stewart Highway
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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 Polk 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.
Payne Stewart Highway
Merge slight left onto Payne Stewart Highway
61.6 mi · 01h 06m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Polk and 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 Polk to Joplin?
The road trip is about 109.2 miles (175.7 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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?
Halltown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.6 miles from Polk and 54.6 miles from Joplin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 80.2 miles (129 km), while the road route adds roughly 29 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 2:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.30 one way or $30.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Polk and Showers And Thunderstorms near Joplin.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Polk and Joplin. Straight-line distance: 80.15 mi (128.99 km).
#1 Polk
County in Missouri, United States
| Population | 732 |
| Coordinates | 37.7292000, -93.2993600 |
| Altitude | 317 |
| 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: 176 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $15.30 | $30.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.34 | $16.71 | $33.43 |
| Premium | $4.71 | $18.12 | $36.24 |
| Diesel | $5.99 | $23.05 | $46.11 |
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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