What is the cheapest way to get from Joplin to Indiana?

The cheapest way to get from Joplin to Indiana is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 8h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Joplin to Indiana?

The fastest way to get from Joplin to Indiana is to fly and train which takes 3h 56m and costs $65 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Joplin and Indiana?

No, there is no direct bus from Joplin to Indiana station. However, there are services departing from Joplin and arriving at Indianapolis Union Station via Kansas City Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 15m.

How far is it from Joplin to Indiana?

The distance between Joplin and Indiana is 541 miles. The road distance is 527.8 miles.

How do I travel from Joplin to Indiana without a car?

The best way to get from Joplin to Indiana without a car is to bus which takes 13h 15m and costs $110 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Joplin to Indiana?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Joplin to Indiana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joplin to Indiana bus from?

Joplin to Indiana bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Joplin station.

Where does the Joplin to Indiana bus arrive?

Joplin to Indiana bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

What is the time difference between Joplin and Indiana?

Indiana is 1h ahead of Joplin. It is currently 12:45 PM in Joplin and 1:45 PM in Indiana.

Can I drive from Joplin to Indiana?

Yes, the driving distance between Joplin to Indiana is 528 miles. It takes approximately 8h 46m to drive from Joplin to Indiana.

Where can I stay near Indiana?

There are 875+ hotels available in Indiana.

Joplin to Indiana - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 8 ways to get from Joplin to Indiana by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly Joplin Regional Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
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1. Fly from Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane JLN - ORD
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain
3h 56m
$68–310
Bus
1. Take the bus from Joplin to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
13h 15m
$114–186
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Joplin to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Bloomington-Normaltrain
3. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
17h 17m
$180–356
Drive 524.7 mi
1. Drive from Joplin to Indianapoliscar 524.7 mi
8h 46m
$96–139
Fly Joplin Regional Airport to South Bend, train
1. Fly from Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) to South Bend (SBN)plane JLN - SBN
2. Take the train from South Bend Airport to Gary Metro Centertrain
6h 10m
$119–578
Shuttle to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Joplin, MO to Jane, MOshuttle
2. Fly from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane XNA - ORD
3. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro Centertrain
6h 32m
$138–449
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from Joplin to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
14h 40m
$154–286
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Joplin to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain
17h 45m
$204–431

Joplin to Indiana by bus

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Distance: 537.7 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Joplin, MO, USA and Indiana, USA?

You can take a bus from Joplin to Indianapolis Union Station via Kansas City, Kansas City Bus Station, and St Louis Bus Station in around 13h 15m.

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