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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Joplin is to shuttle which costs $5 - $10 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Joplin is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Joplin?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Joplin. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Joplin via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Springfield to Joplin?

The distance between Springfield and Joplin is 322 miles. The road distance is 71 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Joplin without a car is to bus which takes 7h and costs $85 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Springfield to Joplin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Joplin bus from?

Springfield to Joplin bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Springfield station.

Where does the Springfield to Joplin bus arrive?

Springfield to Joplin bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Joplin?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Joplin is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Springfield to Joplin.

How do I get a bus ticket from Springfield to Joplin?

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Where can I stay near Joplin?

There are 46+ hotels available in Joplin.

Springfield to Joplin - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Springfield to Joplin by bus, car, taxi, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 120
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Joplinbus Jefferson Lines 113 / ...
7h
$87–130
Shuttle
cheapest
1. Take a shuttle bus from Springfield to Neosho Casey'sshuttle Newton and Barry Counties to Springfield
2. Take a shuttle bus from Neosho Casey's to Joplin, MOshuttle I-49 Corridor to Joplin
2h 56m
$6–9
Drive 70.6 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Joplincar 70.6 mi
1h 17m
$13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Joplintaxi 70.6 mi
1h 17m
$120–160

Springfield to Joplin by bus

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7hAverage Duration

$87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.9 mi
Duration: 7h

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

You can take a bus from Springfield to Joplin via Kansas City in around 7h.

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