What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin?

The fastest way to get from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin?

The distance between Fort Leonard Wood and Joplin is 385 miles. The road distance is 161.3 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin without a car is to taxi and shuttle which takes 6h 17m and costs $130 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin?

It takes approximately 8h 11m to get from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin, including transfers.

Can I drive from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin.

Where can I stay near Joplin?

There are 48+ hotels available in Joplin.

Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin - 4 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin by car, bus, taxi, shuttle, or train

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Fort Leonard Wood to Jefferson Citycar
2. Take the bus from Jefferson City to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Joplinbus
8h 11m
$77–131
Drive 160.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplincar 160.3 mi
2h 49m
$30–43
Taxi, shuttle
1. Take the taxi from Fort Leonard Wood to Mountain Grovetaxi
2. Take a shuttle bus from Mountain Grove to Springfieldshuttle
3. Take a shuttle bus from Springfield to Neosho Casey'sshuttle
6h 17m
$135–165
Drive, train, bus
1. Drive from Fort Leonard Wood to Jefferson City Stationcar
2. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to Kansas Citytrain
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Joplinbus
9h 10m
$105–196

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Distance: 382.6 mi
Duration: 8h 11m

What companies run services between Fort Leonard Wood, MO, USA and Joplin, MO, USA?

There is no direct connection from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin. However, you can drive to Jefferson City, take the bus to Kansas City Bus Station, walk to Kansas City, then take the bus to Joplin. Alternatively, you can drive from Fort Leonard Wood to Joplin in around 2h 49m.

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