Joplin
Missouri, United States ·
5.2- Distance
- 70 mi · 113 km
- Drive
- 1 h 10 min
- Bus
- likely (not verified) · 2 h 16 min
Springfield (MO) to Joplin
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The two cities
Springfield (MO)
Missouri, United States
- Overall
- 5.6
- Connector
- 5.4
- Per day (mid-range)
- $150
- Drive
- Bus
- Airport
Peak: Summer and holiday weekends
Last verified September 25, 2026 · Source: Research spreadsheet · Editorial ·
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