What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Joplin?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Joplin is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Joplin?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Joplin is to fly which takes 4h 57m and costs $150 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Joplin?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Joplin. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Joplin via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Joplin?

The distance between Des Moines and Joplin is 359 miles. The road distance is 343.7 miles.

How do I travel from Des Moines to Joplin without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Joplin without a car is to bus which takes 7h 10m and costs $80 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Joplin?

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Des Moines to Joplin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Joplin bus from?

Des Moines to Joplin bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Joplin?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Joplin is to bus which takes 7h 10m and costs $80 - $140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $150 - $700 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Des Moines to Joplin bus arrive?

Des Moines to Joplin bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Joplin?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Joplin is 344 miles. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Des Moines to Joplin.

How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to Joplin?

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Where can I stay near Joplin?

There are 47+ hotels available in Joplin.

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There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Joplin by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, shuttle, or bus

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best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Joplinbus Jefferson 117 / ...
7h 10m
$84–139
Drive 341.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Joplincar 341.7 mi
5h 55m
$63–91
Fly to Joplin Regional Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN)plane DSM - JLN
4h 57m
$151–687
Fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA)plane DSM - XNA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Jane, MO to Joplin, MOshuttle
6h 57m
$261–966
Fly to Springfield-Branson National Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF)plane DSM - SGF
2. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to Joplin Bus Stationbus
7h 7m
$165–713

Des Moines (DSM) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) flights

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5h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 356.8 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Joplin, MO, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Joplin via Kansas City and Joplin in around 7h 10m. Alternatively, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) 4 times a day.

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How to get fromDes Moines to Joplinby bus (Greyhound), car, plane, shuttle, or bus

There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Joplin by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, shuttle, or bus

Bus

Drive 341.7 mi

Fly to Joplin Regional Airport

Fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, shuttle

Fly to Springfield-Branson National Airport, bus