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

The cheapest way to get from Rolla to Joplin is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rolla to Joplin is to drive which takes 3h and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Rolla to Joplin?

The distance between Rolla and Joplin is 391 miles. The road distance is 179.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rolla to Joplin without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 8h 5m and costs $170 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Rolla to Joplin, including transfers.

Can I drive from Rolla to Joplin?

Yes, the driving distance between Rolla to Joplin is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Rolla to Joplin.

Where can I stay near Joplin?

There are 37+ hotels available in Joplin.

Rolla to Joplin - 3 ways to travel via train, shuttle, bus, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Rolla to Joplin by shuttle, bus, car, taxi, or train

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

Shuttle, bus
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Rolla, MO to St Louis International Airportshuttle
2. Take the bus from Saint Louis to Joplin Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210
8h 5m
$179–233
Drive 178.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rolla to Joplincar 178.7 mi
3h
$33–48
Taxi, train, bus
1. Take the taxi from Rolla to Jefferson City Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to Kansas Citytrain
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Joplinbus
8h 53m
$194–313

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 388.6 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

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

There is no direct connection from Rolla to Joplin. However, you can take the shuttle to St Louis International Airport, walk to Saint Louis, then take the bus to Joplin Bus Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Rolla to Joplin in around 3h.

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