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

The cheapest way to get from Sedalia to Joplin is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sedalia to Joplin is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Sedalia to Joplin?

The distance between Sedalia and Joplin is 248 miles. The road distance is 175.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sedalia to Joplin without a car is to train and bus via Warrensburg which takes 6h 16m and costs $70 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Sedalia to Joplin, including transfers.

Can I drive from Sedalia to Joplin?

Yes, the driving distance between Sedalia to Joplin is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Sedalia to Joplin.

Where can I stay near Joplin?

There are 48+ hotels available in Joplin.

Sedalia to Joplin - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Sedalia to Joplin by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Warrensburg
best
1. Take the train from Sedalia Amtrak Station to Warrensburg Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Warrensburg Chamber Of Commerce to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Joplinbus
6h 16m
$71–117
Drive 174.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sedalia to Joplincar 174.5 mi
3h 14m
$32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sedalia Amtrak Station to Kansas Citytrain Missouri River Runner / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Joplinbus Jefferson 117 / ...
6h 31m
$83–142

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Distance: 246.1 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Sedalia, MO, USA and Joplin, MO, USA?

There is no direct connection from Sedalia to Joplin. However, you can take the train to Warrensburg Amtrak Station, walk to Warrensburg Chamber Of Commerce, take the bus to Kansas City Bus Station, take the bus to Joplin, then take the taxi to Joplin. Alternatively, you can drive from Sedalia to Joplin in around 3h 14m.

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