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Trip from Glendale, MO to Joplin, MO

Drive Time

6h 14m

Distance

298.3 mi

480 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$45

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
6h 2m ★
6 AM
6h 15m
8 AM
6h 40m
10 AM
6h 24m
12 PM
6h 21m
3 PM
6h 25m
5 PM
6h 39m
8 PM
6h 7m

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

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Downtown Joplin, MO, MO

Joplin, MO

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Trip Overview

The drive from Glendale, MO to Joplin, MO covers 298.3 miles and takes about 6h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 60, Captain Aaron J Eidem Memorial Highway, MO 53 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 190.3 miles on US 60. At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.31 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

149.2 miles from Glendale, MO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 17m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 6h 14m highway drive covering 298.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 60 and Captain Aaron J Eidem Memorial Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 190.3 miles on US 60.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 60 is the longest continuous segment at about 190.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 60 and Captain Aaron J Eidem Memorial Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near MO 153 / South Main Street.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 14m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 11 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (MO 153 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 236.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 289.7 miles (I 44 Business; MO 66): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

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

4
1.6 mi into trip | ~3m in | MO 153 / South Main Street

At end of road, turn left onto MO 153 / South Main Street

Navigation decision point

5
236.2 mi into trip | ~4h 59m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 44 West: Joplin

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 44 West: Joplin
8
289.7 mi into trip | ~5h 57m 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
298.3 mi into trip | ~6h 14m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

5
298.3 mi into trip | ~6h 14m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 60 190.3 mi 3h 43m
Captain Aaron J Eidem Memorial Highway 52.7 mi 56m
MO 53 34.6 mi 51m
I 44 Business 8.5 mi 17m
MO 25 2.9 mi 4m
South Westwood Boulevard 2.4 mi 3m
County Road 285 1.7 mi 6m
MO VV 1.6 mi 3m
Longest stretch: US 60 — 190.3 mi, about 3h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on MO VV

1.6 mi · 3 min · MO VV
2

At end of road, turn left onto MO 153

73 ft · 2 sec · South Main Street
3

Turn right onto County Road 285

1.7 mi · 6 min · County Road 285
4

Continue on County Road 334

0.5 mi · 2 min · County Road 334
5

Turn left onto MO 25

2.9 mi · 4 min · MO 25
6

Turn right onto MO 53

35 mi · 51 min · MO 53
7

Turn right onto US 67 Business

2.4 mi · 3 min · South Westwood Boulevard
8

Continue on US 60 Business; US 67 Business

0.3 mi · 25 sec · State Street
9

Continue on US 60 Business; US 67 Business

1.6 mi · 2 min · North Westwood Boulevard
10

Continue on US 67; US 60 Business

0.4 mi · 37 sec · US 67; US 60 Business
11

Continue on US 60; US 67

4.0 mi · 4 min · US 60; US 67
12

Take the exit onto US 60

186 mi · 3 hr 38 min · US 60
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 44 West: Joplin
14

Merge onto I 44

53 mi · 56 min · Captain Aaron J Eidem Memorial Highway
15

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.
16

Turn right onto US Historic 66; MO 43

156 ft · 7 sec · South Main Street
17

Turn right

60 ft · 6 sec
18

Turn right

83 ft · 6 sec
19

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 149.2 miles from Glendale, MO, or about 3h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 190.3 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 80 miles or 1h 55m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 149.2 miles or 3h 17m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 9m

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 Glendale, MO so your first major turns are already loaded.

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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 Glendale, MO

This is one driving day of about 298.3 miles and 6h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Glendale, 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 US 60 for about 190.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 149.2 mi from Glendale, MO · 3h 17m into the drive

Downtown Bono, AR, AR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bono, AR

149 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

Campton, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bono, AR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 149.2 miles from Glendale, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 60 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 190.3 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 288
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 ~17 min detour Free near mile 236.6
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$45.31 one way

$90.62 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 104 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $49.95 $99.90
premium $4.80 $56.31 $112.63
diesel $5.64 $66.27 $132.54

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: 104.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 89.5 1 $31.32 $14.32
Efficient EV 74.6 0 $26.10 $11.93
EV Truck/SUV 119.3 1 $41.76 $19.09

Gas CO2

104 kg

EV CO2

35 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Glendale, MO

Morning in Glendale on Monday

Local time

10:57 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Joplin, MO

Morning in Joplin on Monday

Local time

10:57 AM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

81°F

Bono, AR

149 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

23 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

6h 14m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Glendale, MO to Joplin, MO covers 298.3 miles and takes about 6h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 60, Captain Aaron J Eidem Memorial Highway, MO 53. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 149.2 miles from Glendale, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.31 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 14m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 11 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (MO 153 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 236.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 289.7 miles (I 44 Business; MO 66): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Glendale, MO to Joplin, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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