Origin
Neosho, MO
Evening in Neosho on Sunday
Local time
5:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Neosho, MO to Joplin, MO
Drive Time
31m
Distance
23.5 mi
38 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
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6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Neosho, MO
Valeria Boltneva
Joplin, MO
Miloš Steklý
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion between Neosho and Joplin, Missouri, you are looking at a brief 23.5-mile journey that typically takes about 31 minutes. This straightforward drive stays entirely within the Midwest region, making it an ideal candidate for a simple day trip. You will navigate primarily via South Washington Street, East Coler Street, and North Neosho Boulevard rather than major interstates. With a fuel cost of approximately $4, it is an incredibly budget-friendly route that requires no overnight stops. Whether you are commuting or just exploring the local area, this path offers a practical and efficient connection between these two Missouri communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
11.7 miles from Neosho, MO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you make your way through the local road network. Because this route features a 0% highway share, you will remain on surface streets for the entirety of the 31-minute trip. The experience is defined by local traffic patterns rather than the monotonous pace of high-speed interstates. You won't find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, so stay alert and ready for frequent adjustments. It is a functional, hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the local landscape from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Washington 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Neosho, MO to Joplin, MO is easy. At 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Neosho, MO to Joplin, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Washington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Coler Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Neosho Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Harmony Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 49 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Special Agent Tom Crowell Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Purple Heart Trail | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Washington Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Neosho, MO and Joplin, MO.
1
Start on East Main Street
217 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto South Washington Street
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
South Washington Street
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Coler Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Coler Street
4
Continue on North Neosho Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
North Neosho Boulevard
5
Turn right onto West Harmony Street
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Harmony Street
6
At the end of the road, turn right
2.5 mi
·
4 min
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
131 ft
·
3 sec
·
the route
8
Exit the roundabout
285 ft
·
5 sec
9
Turn slight right
522 ft
·
12 sec
10
Take the ramp right toward I 49 North, US 71 North: Joplin
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
I 49 North, US 71 North: Joplin
11
Merge slight left onto Special Agent Tom Crowell Memorial Highway
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Special Agent Tom Crowell Memorial Highway
12
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
9.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
13
Continue on Governor Warren E Hearnes Memorial Highway
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Governor Warren E Hearnes Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit slight right toward MO 66, I 44 Business
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
MO 66, I 44 Business
15
Turn left onto East 7th Street
4.9 mi
·
11 min
·
East 7th Street
16
Turn right onto South Main Street
157 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Main Street
17
Turn right
59 ft
·
7 sec
18
Turn right
82 ft
·
6 sec
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 23.5-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, allowing you to easily work around local peak traffic hours. You won't need to worry about planning for rest stops, as the duration is manageable in one go. Keep your $4 fuel budget in mind when filling up, as you will likely only need a small amount of gas to cover the distance. To ensure the smoothest travel, pay close attention to your navigation when transitioning between South Washington Street and North Neosho Boulevard, as these local turns are central to your arrival in Joplin. Taking advantage of the route's brevity allows you to spend more time at your destination rather than behind the wheel.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 11.7 miles from Neosho, MO, or about 15m 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 23.5 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.7 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
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 Neosho, 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 Neosho, MO
This is one driving day of about 23.5 miles and 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Neosho, MO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.7 mi from Neosho, MO · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 23.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.7 miles from Neosho, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.57 one way
$7.14 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $3.93 | $7.87 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.44 | $8.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.22 | $10.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.47 | $1.13 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.06 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Joplin, MO
Evening in Joplin on Sunday
Local time
5:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
31m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Neosho, MO to Joplin, MO covers 23.5 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Washington Street, East Coler Street, North Neosho Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.7 miles from Neosho, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Neosho, MO to Joplin, MO is easy. At 31m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Neosho, MO to Joplin, MO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Neosho, MO to Joplin, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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