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

The cheapest way to get from Joplin to Columbia is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Joplin to Columbia is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Joplin and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Joplin to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Joplin and arriving at Columbia via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Joplin to Columbia?

The distance between Joplin and Columbia is 280 miles. The road distance is 236.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Joplin to Columbia without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs $60 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Joplin to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joplin to Columbia bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Joplin to Columbia?

The best way to get from Joplin to Columbia is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs $60 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $140 - $490 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Joplin to Columbia bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Joplin to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Joplin to Columbia is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Joplin to Columbia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Joplin to Columbia?

Book your Joplin to Columbia bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 57+ hotels available in Columbia.

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Joplin to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Columbiabus Greyhound US0175s
5h 50m
$62–101
Drive 234.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Joplin to Columbiacar 234.9 mi
4h 4m
$43–62
Fly from Joplin Regional Airport
1. Fly from Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane JLN - COU
6h 28m
$143–490
Shuttle to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Joplin, MO to Jane, MOshuttle
2. Fly from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane XNA - COU
7h 19m
$218–659
Bus to Springfield-Branson National Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Joplin Bus Station to Springfield CU Transit Centerbus
2. Fly from Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane SGF - COU
7h 5m
$151–504

Joplin to Columbia by bus

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Distance: 278.7 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Joplin to Columbia via Kansas City and Kansas City Bus Station in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, United Airlines flies from Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU) twice daily.

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How to get fromJoplin to Columbiaby bus (Greyhound), car, plane, shuttle, or bus

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

Bus

Drive 234.9 mi

Fly from Joplin Regional Airport

Shuttle to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, fly

Bus to Springfield-Branson National Airport, fly