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

The cheapest way to get from Saint Paul to Joplin is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saint Paul to Joplin is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 57m and costs $170 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Paul and Joplin?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Paul to Joplin. However, there are services departing from Saint Paul Union Depot and arriving at Joplin via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 30m.

How far is it from Saint Paul to Joplin?

The distance between Saint Paul and Joplin is 555 miles. The road distance is 590.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saint Paul to Joplin without a car is to bus which takes 12h 30m and costs $140 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Saint Paul to Joplin, including transfers.

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

Saint Paul to Joplin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Saint Paul Union Depot station.

Bus or fly from Saint Paul to Joplin?

The best way to get from Saint Paul to Joplin is to fly which takes 6h 42m and costs $110 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $210 and takes 12h 30m.

Where does the Saint Paul to Joplin bus arrive?

Saint Paul to Joplin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Saint Paul to Joplin?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Paul to Joplin is 591 miles. It takes approximately 9h 50m to drive from Saint Paul to Joplin.

Where can I stay near Joplin?

There are 47+ hotels available in Joplin.

Saint Paul to Joplin - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 6 ways to get from Saint Paul to Joplin by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, shuttle, or bus

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Fly to Joplin Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN)plane MSP - JLN
6h 42m
$110–498
Drive 587.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Saint Paul to Joplincar 587.2 mi
9h 50m
$108–155
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Joplinbus Jefferson Lines 113 / ...
12h 30m
$143–206
Fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA)plane MSP - XNA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Jane, MO to Joplin, MOshuttle
5h 57m
$175–648
Fly to Springfield-Branson National Airport, bus
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF)plane MSP - SGF
2. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to Joplin Bus Stationbus
8h 45m
$124–514
Fly to Kansas City, bus
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MSP - MCI
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Joplinbus
8h 4m
$642–1,018

Saint Paul to Joplin by bus

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12h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 551.9 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

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

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Joplin via Kansas City Bus Station and Kansas City in around 12h 30m.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Saint Paul to Joplin by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, shuttle, or bus

Fly to Joplin Regional Airport

Drive 587.2 mi

Bus

Fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, shuttle

Fly to Springfield-Branson National Airport, bus

Fly to Kansas City, bus