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

The cheapest way to get from Joplin to Iowa is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Joplin to Iowa is to fly which takes 5h 42m and costs $80 - $400.

How far is it from Joplin to Iowa?

The distance between Joplin and Iowa is 360 miles. The road distance is 343.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Joplin to Iowa without a car is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs $110 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Joplin to Iowa, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Joplin to Iowa?

The best way to get from Joplin to Iowa is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs $110 - $170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $180 - $900 and takes 5h 52m.

Can I drive from Joplin to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Joplin to Iowa is 344 miles. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Joplin to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 514+ hotels available in Iowa.

Joplin to Iowa - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Joplin to Iowa by bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Joplin to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 802 / ...
6h 50m
$110–166
Drive 341.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Joplin to Des Moinescar 341.6 mi
5h 54m
$63–90
Fly to Des Moines
1. Fly from Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane JLN - DSM
5h 52m
$180–886
Fly to Quad City International Airport
1. Fly from Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane JLN - MLI
5h 42m
$80–397
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Fly from Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane JLN - CID
2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
8h 17m

Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

7Weekly Planes

5h 39mAverage Duration

$153Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 358.2 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

You can take a vehicle from Joplin to Des Moines via Joplin, Kansas City, and Des Moines in around 6h 50m. Alternatively, United Airlines flies from Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) to Des Moines (DSM) once daily.

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