How far is Sullivan, MO from Joplin, MO?
The driving distance from Sullivan, MO to Joplin, MO is about 218.3 miles (351.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 199.1 miles (320.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 39m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 19m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Laclede 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 Sullivan and Joplin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sullivan and Joplin.
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Start on the route
17 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto West Washington Street
103 m · 10 sec · West Washington Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Hughes Ford Road
36 m · 8 sec · Hughes Ford Road
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Turn left onto West Main Street
115 m · 13 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Elmont Road
2469 ft · 1 min · Elmont Road
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Turn straight
76 m · 14 sec
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Turn slight right onto West Springfield Road
885 ft · 22 sec · West Springfield Road
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Turn left
928 ft · 32 sec
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Take the ramp left toward I 44 West: Cuba
1287 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
208.5 mi · 3 hr 45 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 Sullivan 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
209 mi · 03h 45m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Sullivan and Mostly Sunny near Joplin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sullivan to Joplin?
The road trip is about 218.3 miles (351.3 km) and usually takes 03h 19m 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?
Phillipsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.1 miles from Sullivan and 109.2 miles from Joplin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 199.1 miles (320.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:20 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.04 one way or $58.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Sullivan and Mostly Sunny near Joplin.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sullivan and Joplin. Straight-line distance: 199.17 mi (320.53 km).
#1 Sullivan
City in Missouri
| Population | 7,117 |
| Coordinates | 38.2081000, -91.1604200 |
| Altitude | 299 |
| 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: 351 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $29.04 | $58.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.75 | $65.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $35.84 | $71.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $40.84 | $81.68 |
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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