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 MLK Dr@7th and arriving at Joplin via River Cities, Shell gas station - Little Rock, AR and Texarkana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 30m.

How far is it from Arkansas to Joplin?

The distance between Arkansas and Joplin is 479 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 which takes 12h 30m and costs $140 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 12h 30m 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 Shell gas station - Texarkana, TX.

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 49+ hotels available in Joplin.

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

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

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Bus
best
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 114 / ...
12h 30m
$141–287
Drive 270.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Little Rock to Joplincar 270.1 mi
4h 25m
$50–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Union Station to St. Louistrain Texas Eagle
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Joplin Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210
14h 21m
$159–316

Arkansas to Joplin by train and bus

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14h 21mAverage Duration

$159Cheapest Price

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Distance: 476.2 mi
Duration: 12h 30m

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

You can take a bus from MLK Dr@7th to Joplin via River Cities, WalmartBaseline, Shell gas station - Little Rock, AR, Shell gas station - Texarkana, TX, Texarkana, and Joplin in around 12h 30m.

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