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

The cheapest way to get from Joplin to Hays is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Joplin to Hays is to fly which takes 4h 54m and costs $110 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Joplin and Hays?

No, there is no direct bus from Joplin to Hays. However, there are services departing from Joplin and arriving at Hays via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.

How far is it from Joplin to Hays?

The distance between Joplin and Hays is 297 miles. The road distance is 362.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Joplin to Hays without a car is to bus which takes 10h 23m and costs $100 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Joplin to Hays, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joplin to Hays bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Joplin to Hays?

The best way to get from Joplin to Hays is to fly which takes 4h 54m and costs $110 - $480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $160 and takes 10h 23m.

Where does the Joplin to Hays bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Joplin to Hays?

Yes, the driving distance between Joplin to Hays is 363 miles. It takes approximately 6h 6m to drive from Joplin to Hays.

Where can I stay near Hays?

There are 17+ hotels available in Hays.

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There are 4 ways to get from Joplin to Hays by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or shuttle

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Fly from Joplin Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) to Hays Municipal Airport (HYS)plane JLN - HYS
4h 54m
$116–478
Drive 360.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Joplin to Hayscar 360.5 mi
6h 6m
$66–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Joplin to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Haysbus Greyhound US0180s
10h 23m
$105–160
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 Hays Municipal Airport (HYS)plane XNA - HYS
6h 51m
$241–617

Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) to Hays Municipal Airport (HYS) flights

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6h 59mAverage Duration

$86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 295.2 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Joplin, MO, USA and Hays, KS, USA?

United Airlines flies from Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) to Hays Municipal Airport (HYS) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Joplin to Hays via Kansas City, Kansas City Bus Station, and Hays in around 10h 23m.

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