Weekend Drives from Joplin, MO
Routes
7
Avg Distance
139 mi
Avg Drive
2h 45m
Destinations
7
If you're looking for a drive that doesn't eat your whole weekend, Joplin, MO delivers. 9 mapped routes, 9 unique destinations, and an average drive of 139 miles — close enough to leave after breakfast and be back for dinner.
Planning Tips
- Leave early on Saturday to beat traffic out of Joplin, MO — the first hour often determines the whole drive's mood.
- Pack snacks and water even for short drives. A 2-hour drive with a good stop becomes a 3-hour experience.
- Check fuel prices at your destination versus Joplin, MO — sometimes filling up before you leave saves more than you'd expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 9 mapped routes from Joplin, MO that are between 1 and 4 hours of driving, covering 9 unique destinations. Average distance is about 139 miles one way.
Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.
All Weekend Drives
Joplin, MO → Aurora, MO
50.5 mi
1h 7m
Score: 8/10
Joplin, MO → Bolivar, MO
96.9 mi
1h 57m
Score: 8/10
Joplin, MO → Belton, MO
137.2 mi
2h 35m
Score: 8/10
Joplin, MO → Independence, MO
153.4 mi
3h 4m
Score: 8/10
Joplin, MO → Liberty, MO
169.9 mi
3h 14m
Score: 8/10
Joplin, MO → Buckner, MO
164.7 mi
3h 19m
Score: 9/10
Joplin, MO → California, MO
197.6 mi
3h 57m
Score: 10/10