Origin
Joplin, MO
Afternoon in Joplin on Monday
Local time
1:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Joplin, MO to Jackson, MO
Drive Time
6h 36m
Distance
310.8 mi
500 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 24m
★
6 AM
6h 37m
8 AM
7h 1m
10 AM
6h 45m
12 PM
6h 43m
3 PM
6h 46m
5 PM
7h 0m
8 PM
6h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Joplin, MO
Miloš Steklý
Jackson, MO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Joplin, MO to Jackson, MO covers 310.8 miles and takes about 6h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East 7th Street, Cimarron Road, I 44 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.21 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
155.4 miles from Joplin, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 36m drive with frequent turns across 310.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 7th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 36m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Joplin, MO to Jackson, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 7th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cimarron Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 44 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Congressman Gene Taylor Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| MO 360 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| James River Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 60 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East 7th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Joplin, MO and Jackson, MO.
1
Start on the route
220 ft
·
18 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn right
194 ft
·
19 sec
3
Turn left onto East 7th Street
6.8 mi
·
14 min
·
East 7th Street
4
Continue on Cimarron Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Cimarron Road
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 44 East, I 49 North, US 71 North: Springfield, Kansas City
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 44 East, I 49 North, US 71 North: Springfield, Kansas City
6
Merge slight left onto Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
53 mi
·
57 min
·
Congressman Gene Taylor Highway
7
Take the exit slight right toward MO 360 East
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
MO 360 East
8
Continue on James River Freeway
14 mi
·
16 min
·
James River Freeway
9
Continue straight
81 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
10
Keep slight left to continue on US 60 East: Mountain View, Poplar Bluff
62 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
US 60 East: Mountain View, Poplar Bluff
11
Turn left
3.4 mi
·
4 min
12
Turn slight right
22 mi
·
32 min
13
Turn right
45 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
14
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Main Street
15
Continue on Conrad Avenue
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Conrad Avenue
16
Turn right
17 mi
·
24 min
17
Continue straight
2.5 mi
·
4 min
18
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
19
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Main Street
85 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
20
Exit the roundabout onto East Main Street
59 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Main Street
21
Arrive at your 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 155.4 miles from Joplin, MO, or about 3h 18m into the drive.
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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 155.4 miles or 3h 18m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jackson, MO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Joplin, 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 Joplin, MO
This is one driving day of about 310.8 miles and 6h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Joplin, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 155.4 mi from Joplin, MO · 3h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
155 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 155.4 miles from Joplin, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Jackson, MO
The final approach into Jackson, 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 Jackson, MO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.21 one way
$94.41 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
109 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $52.04 | $104.08 |
| premium | $4.80 | $58.67 | $117.35 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $69.05 | $138.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 108.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 93.2 | 1 | $32.63 | $14.92 |
| Efficient EV | 77.7 | 0 | $27.20 | $12.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 124.3 | 1 | $43.51 | $19.89 |
Gas CO2
109 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Jackson, MO
Afternoon in Jackson on Monday
Local time
1:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
73°F
Campton, IL
155 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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 36m 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 Joplin, MO to Jackson, MO covers 310.8 miles and takes about 6h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 7th Street, Cimarron Road, I 44 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 155.4 miles from Joplin, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.21 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 36m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Joplin, MO to Jackson, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Joplin, MO to Jackson, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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