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Trip from Dellwood, MO to Joplin, MO

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

5h 29m

Distance

289.3 mi

466 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$45

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 16m ★
6 AM
5h 30m
8 AM
5h 56m
10 AM
5h 39m
12 PM
5h 36m
3 PM
5h 40m
5 PM
5h 55m
8 PM
5h 21m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Dellwood, MO, MO

Dellwood, MO

Momo King

city in southern Jasper County and northern Newton County, Missouri, USA

Joplin, MO

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Trip Overview

The drive from Dellwood, MO to Joplin, MO covers 289.3 miles and takes about 5h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor, I 44 Business, Inner Belt Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 261.3 miles on Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor. At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.23 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

144.7 miles from Dellwood, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 44m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 29m. Total distance: 289.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (6%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a 5h 29m drive with frequent turns across 289.3 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor is the longest continuous segment at about 261.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in near I 170 / Inner Belt Expressway.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 5h 29m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles (I 170 / Inner Belt Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
3.3 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 170 / Inner Belt Expressway

Merge onto I 170 / Inner Belt Expressway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes.
8
11.8 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward Brentwood Boulevard North, Eager Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 1C Toward Brentwood Boulevard North, Eager Road
6
12 mi into trip | ~15m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Eager Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward Eager Road
8
280.7 mi into trip | ~5h 12m in | I 44 Business; MO 66

Take the exit onto I 44 Business; MO 66 toward I 44 Business, MO 66: Duenweg, Joplin

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 15 Toward I 44 Business, MO 66: Duenweg, Joplin
5
289.3 mi into trip | ~5h 29m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor 261.3 mi 4h 43m
I 44 Business 8.5 mi 17m
Inner Belt Expressway 8.5 mi 10m
Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway 3.5 mi 4m
Airport Road 1.8 mi 2m
South Brentwood Boulevard 1.7 mi 3m
North Elm Avenue 1.3 mi 2m
Chambers Road 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor — 261.3 mi, about 4h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dellwood, MO and Joplin, MO.

1

Start on Chambers Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Chambers Road
2

Continue on Hereford Avenue

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Hereford Avenue
3

Continue on Airport Road

1.8 mi · 2 min · Airport Road
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 19 sec
Toward I 170 South
5

Merge onto I 170

8.5 mi · 10 min · Inner Belt Expressway
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Exit 1C Toward Brentwood Boulevard North, Eager Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork

512 ft · 10 sec
Toward Eager Road
8

Continue on this road

398 ft · 8 sec · this road
Exit 1C Toward Eager Road
9

Turn right onto Eager Road

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Eager Road
10

Turn left onto South Brentwood Boulevard

1.7 mi · 3 min · South Brentwood Boulevard
11

Continue on East Kirkham Avenue

0.5 mi · 56 sec · East Kirkham Avenue
12

Turn left onto North Elm Avenue

1.3 mi · 2 min · North Elm Avenue
13

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 13 sec
Toward I 44 West
14

Continue on I 44

3.5 mi · 4 min · Police Officer Ernest M. Brockman Sr. Memorial Highway
15

Continue on I 44; US 50

261 mi · 4 hr 43 min · Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit onto I 44 Business; MO 66

8.5 mi · 17 min · I 44 Business; MO 66
Exit 15 Toward I 44 Business, MO 66: Duenweg, Joplin Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Turn right onto US Historic 66; MO 43

156 ft · 7 sec · South Main Street
18

Turn right

60 ft · 6 sec
19

Turn right

83 ft · 6 sec
20

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 144.7 miles from Dellwood, MO, or about 2h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 261.3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 64 miles or 1h 16m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 144.7 miles or 2h 44m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Joplin, MO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Dellwood, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.

+

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Dellwood, MO

This is one driving day of about 289.3 miles and 5h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Dellwood, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor for about 261.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 144.7 mi from Dellwood, MO · 2h 44m into the drive

Downtown Washington, MO, MO

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Washington, MO

145 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Chesterfield, MO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cuba, MO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 144.7 miles from Dellwood, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 261.3 miles.

Arriving in Joplin, MO

The final approach into Joplin, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Joplin, MO.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

George Washington Carver National Monument

George Washington Carver National Monument

National Monument

The young child known as the "Plant Doctor" tended his secret garden while observing the day-to-day operations of a 19th century farm. Nature and nurture ultimately influenced George on his quest for...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 283.2
View on nps.gov
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield

Wilson's Creek National Battlefield

National Battlefield

Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and where the first Union general was killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focuse...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour Free near mile 232.6
View on nps.gov
Gateway Arch National Park

Gateway Arch National Park

National Park

Gateway Arch National Park commemorates President Jefferson’s vision of a continental nation, the individuals and cultural groups who helped shape its history, St. Louis’ role in westward expansion, a...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour $19 near mile 10.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$45.23 one way

$90.46 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 101 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $49.66 $99.32
premium $4.89 $55.67 $111.35
diesel $5.61 $63.87 $127.75

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$45

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$70–$95

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 101.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 86.8 1 $30.38 $13.89
Efficient EV 72.3 0 $25.31 $11.57
EV Truck/SUV 115.7 1 $40.50 $18.52

Gas CO2

101 kg

EV CO2

34 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Dellwood, MO

Afternoon in Dellwood on Thursday

Local time

1:26 PM

CDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Joplin, MO

Afternoon in Joplin on Thursday

Local time

1:26 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

74°F

Washington, MO

145 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

1 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 29m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Dellwood, MO to Joplin, MO covers 289.3 miles and takes about 5h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Henry Shaw Ozark Corridor, I 44 Business, Inner Belt Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 144.7 miles from Dellwood, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.23 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 29m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles (I 170 / Inner Belt Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Dellwood, MO to Joplin, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include George Washington Carver National Monument, Wilson's Creek National Battlefield and Gateway Arch National Park.

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