What is the cheapest way to get from Arkansas to Joplin?

The cheapest way to get from Arkansas to Joplin is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arkansas to Joplin?

The fastest way to get from Arkansas to Joplin is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Arkansas and Joplin?

No, there is no direct bus from Arkansas to Joplin. However, there are services departing from 7th@Marshall and arriving at Joplin via Midtown Target 2, Shell Gas Station - Little Rock, AR and Texarkana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 1m.

How far is it from Arkansas to Joplin?

The distance between Arkansas and Joplin is 482 miles. The road distance is 271.7 miles.

How do I travel from Arkansas to Joplin without a car?

The best way to get from Arkansas to Joplin without a car is to bus via Midtown Target 2 which takes 12h 1m and costs $120 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Arkansas to Joplin?

It takes approximately 12h 1m to get from Arkansas to Joplin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arkansas to Joplin bus from?

Arkansas to Joplin bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Shell Gas Station - Little Rock, AR.

Where does the Arkansas to Joplin bus arrive?

Arkansas to Joplin bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Texarkana station.

Can I drive from Arkansas to Joplin?

Yes, the driving distance between Arkansas to Joplin is 272 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Arkansas to Joplin.

Where can I stay near Joplin?

There are 46+ hotels available in Joplin.

Arkansas to Joplin - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Arkansas to Joplin by bus or car

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Bus via Midtown Target 2
best
1. Take the bus from Shell Gas Station - Little Rock, AR to Texarkanabus West Memphis
2. Take the bus from Texarkana to Joplinbus Jefferson Lines 112 / ...
12h 1m
$120–180
Drive 270.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Little Rock to Joplincar 270.1 mi
4h 25m
$50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shell gas station - Little Rock, AR to Shell gas station - Texarkana, TXbus Milwaukee
2. Take the bus from Texarkana to Joplinbus Jefferson Lines 112 / ...
12h 15m
$113–172

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Distance: 479.1 mi
Duration: 12h 1m

What companies run services between Arkansas, USA and Joplin, MO, USA?

You can take a bus from 7th@Marshall to Joplin via Midtown Target 2, Shell Gas Station - Little Rock, AR, Texarkana, and Texarkana in around 12h 1m.

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