What is the cheapest way to get from Joplin to Osage Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Joplin to Osage Beach is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Joplin to Osage Beach?

The fastest way to get from Joplin to Osage Beach is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $28 - $45.

How far is it from Joplin to Osage Beach?

The distance between Joplin and Osage Beach is 354 miles. The road distance is 157.4 miles.

How do I travel from Joplin to Osage Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Joplin to Osage Beach without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 7h 37m and costs $170 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Joplin to Osage Beach?

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Joplin to Osage Beach, including transfers.

Can I drive from Joplin to Osage Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Joplin to Osage Beach is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Joplin to Osage Beach.

Where can I stay near Osage Beach?

There are 731+ hotels available in Osage Beach.

Joplin to Osage Beach - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Joplin to Osage Beach by bus, taxi, car, or train

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Joplin to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Jefferson Citybus
3. Take the taxi from Jefferson City to Osage Beachtaxi
7h 37m
$177–246
Drive 156.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Joplin to Osage Beachcar 156.5 mi
2h 45m
$29–42
Bus, train, taxi
1. Take the bus from Joplin to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Jefferson City Stationtrain
3. Take the taxi from Jefferson City Station to Osage Beachtaxi
8h 8m
$204–311

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Distance: 352.3 mi
Duration: 7h 37m

What companies run services between Joplin, MO, USA and Osage Beach, MO, USA?

There is no direct connection from Joplin to Osage Beach. However, you can take the bus to Kansas City, walk to Kansas City Bus Station, take the bus to Jefferson City, then take the taxi to Osage Beach. Alternatively, you can drive from Joplin to Osage Beach in around 2h 45m.

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