What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Charles to Joplin?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Charles to Joplin is to bus which costs $45 - $95 and takes 6h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Charles to Joplin?

The fastest way to get from Saint Charles to Joplin is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Charles and Joplin?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Charles to Joplin station. However, there are services departing from Riverport Lane @ Riverport Eb and arriving at Joplin Bus Station via Saint Louis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Saint Charles to Joplin?

The distance between Saint Charles and Joplin is 300 miles. The road distance is 282.6 miles.

How do I travel from Saint Charles to Joplin without a car?

The best way to get from Saint Charles to Joplin without a car is to bus which takes 6h 36m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Saint Charles to Joplin?

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Saint Charles to Joplin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint Charles to Joplin bus from?

Saint Charles to Joplin bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Saint Louis station.

Bus or fly from Saint Charles to Joplin?

The best way to get from Saint Charles to Joplin is to bus which takes 6h 36m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $110 - $600 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Saint Charles to Joplin bus arrive?

Saint Charles to Joplin bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Joplin Bus Station.

Can I drive from Saint Charles to Joplin?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Charles to Joplin is 283 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Saint Charles to Joplin.

Where can I stay near Joplin?

There are 47+ hotels available in Joplin.

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Saint Louis to Joplin Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210
6h 36m
$49–94
Drive 281 mi
1. Drive from Saint Charles to Joplincar 281 mi
4h 53m
$52–75
Fly to Joplin Regional Airport
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN)plane STL - JLN
6h 43m
$117–570
Fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA)plane STL - XNA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Jane, MO to Joplin, MOshuttle
8h 33m
$207–799
Fly to Springfield-Branson National Airport, bus
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF)plane STL - SGF
2. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to Joplin Bus Stationbus
8h 36m
$126–546

Saint Charles to Joplin by bus and train

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Distance: 298.5 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

What companies run services between Saint Charles, MO, USA and Joplin, MO, USA?

Greyhound-us operates a bus from Saint Louis to Joplin Bus Station once daily, and the journey takes 5h 5m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) twice daily.

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How to get fromSaint Charles to Joplinby bus (Greyhound), car, plane, shuttle, or bus

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

Bus

Drive 281 mi

Fly to Joplin Regional Airport

Fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, shuttle

Fly to Springfield-Branson National Airport, bus