What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Vernon to Joplin?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Vernon to Joplin is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Vernon to Joplin?

The fastest way to get from Mount Vernon to Joplin is to fly which takes 5h 51m and costs $210 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Vernon and Joplin?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Vernon to Joplin. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Joplin via Des Moines and Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

How far is it from Mount Vernon to Joplin?

The distance between Mount Vernon and Joplin is 386 miles. The road distance is 471.1 miles.

How do I travel from Mount Vernon to Joplin without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Vernon to Joplin without a car is to bus which takes 10h 15m and costs $160 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Mount Vernon to Joplin?

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Mount Vernon to Joplin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Vernon to Joplin bus from?

Mount Vernon to Joplin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Iowa City station.

Bus or fly from Mount Vernon to Joplin?

The best way to get from Mount Vernon to Joplin is to fly which takes 5h 51m and costs $210 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $260 and takes 10h 15m.

Where does the Mount Vernon to Joplin bus arrive?

Mount Vernon to Joplin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Mount Vernon to Joplin?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Vernon to Joplin is 471 miles. It takes approximately 8h 11m to drive from Mount Vernon to Joplin.

Where can I stay near Joplin?

There are 45+ hotels available in Joplin.

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

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Fly to Joplin Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN)plane CID - JLN
5h 51m
$218–843
Drive 468.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Vernon to Joplincar 468.4 mi
8h 11m
$86–124
Bus
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Joplinbus
10h 15m
$166–256
Fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA)plane CID - XNA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Jane, MO to Joplin, MOshuttle
7h 5m
$348–1,272
Fly to Springfield-Branson National Airport, bus
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF)plane CID - SGF
2. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to Joplin Bus Stationbus
7h 44m
$231–868

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) flights

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Distance: 383.9 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Mount Vernon, IA, USA and Joplin, MO, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Mount Vernon to Joplin via Iowa City, Des Moines, Kansas City Bus Station, and Kansas City in around 10h 15m.

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How to get fromMount Vernon to Joplinby plane, bus (Greyhound), car, shuttle, or bus

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

Fly to Joplin Regional Airport

Drive 468.4 mi

Bus

Fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, shuttle

Fly to Springfield-Branson National Airport, bus