How far is Riverside, MO from Joplin, MO?
Fastest route
The route from Riverside, Missouri 64150, USA to Joplin, Missouri, USA takes approximately 2 hours and 33 minutes covering a distance of 158 miles via US-69 S.
Directions
- Start by heading south toward NW Gateway Ave.
- Turn right toward NW Gateway Ave, then turn right onto NW Gateway Ave.
- Take a left onto NW Vivion Rd, followed by a left onto Cliffview Dr.
- Turn left onto W Platte Rd, then right onto NW Platte Dr.
- Finally, turn right onto Riverway Blvd and use the right lane to merge onto MO-9 N/US-69 S via the ramp to Parkville/Kansas City.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Take MO-9 N/US-69 S and merge onto I-635 S/US-69 S toward Kansas.
- 🛣️ Continue on I-635 S, entering Kansas. Take exit 1A to merge onto I-35 S toward Wichita.
- 🛣️ Keep right at the fork to continue on US-69 S/Overland Pkwy.
- 🚙 Keep left to stay on US-69 S.
- 🛣️ Continue on US-160 E until you reach Joplin.
- 🚗 Turn left onto US-160 E/W North County Rd, then right onto S 260th St, entering Missouri.
- 🚗 At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit and stay on MO-171 S.
- 🚗 At the next traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto State Hwy 43 S/N Main St Rd, and continue straight onto N Main St Rd.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 02h 39m.
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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Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Riverside and Joplin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverside and Joplin.
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Start on the route
47 m · 13 sec
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At the end of the road, turn uturn onto Northwest Gateway Avenue
35 m · 9 sec · Northwest Gateway Avenue
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Turn straight onto US 69 North
95 m · 13 sec
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Turn sharp left onto Northwest Vivion Road
48 m · 7 sec · Northwest Vivion Road
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Turn left onto Northwest Gateway Avenue
2005 ft · 49 sec · Northwest Gateway Avenue
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Continue on Northwest Platte Road
745 ft · 23 sec · Northwest Platte Road
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Turn right onto Northwest Riverway Boulevard
536 ft · 13 sec · Northwest Riverway Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight toward US 69 South, MO 9 North: Parkville, Kansas City, Kansas
2976 ft · 59 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 635 South, US 69 South: Kansas
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Harry Darby Memorial Highway
10.3 mi · 12 min · Harry Darby Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35, US 69 North: Wichita, Des Moines
667 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35 South: Wichita
949 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight right
4.4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 69 South
109.1 mi · 1 hr 59 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 Riverside 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
Take the exit slight right toward US 69 South
109 mi · 01h 59m
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.
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Riverside and Sunny near Joplin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Riverside to Joplin?
The road trip is about 166.4 miles (267.8 km) and usually takes 02h 39m 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?
Hume is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.1 miles from Riverside and 87.3 miles from Joplin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144.7 miles (232.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.14 one way or $44.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Riverside and Sunny near Joplin.
Stop Ideas Near Hume
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 Hume.
Lee's Summit
Warrensburg
Union Station
Independence
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Riverside and Joplin. Straight-line distance: 144.73 mi (232.92 km).
#1 Riverside
City in Platte County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 3,150 |
| Coordinates | 39.1775000, -94.6130100 |
| Altitude | 236 |
| 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: 268 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $22.14 | $44.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.97 | $49.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.32 | $54.64 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.13 | $62.27 |
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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