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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Joplin is to bus which costs $120 - $270 and takes 31h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Joplin is to fly which takes 6h 36m and costs $180 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Joplin?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Joplin station. However, there are services departing from Tucson and arriving at Joplin Bus Station via Phoenix Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 50m.

How far is it from Tucson to Joplin?

The distance between Tucson and Joplin is 1017 miles. The road distance is 1142.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Joplin without a car is to bus which takes 31h 50m and costs $120 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Tucson to Joplin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Joplin bus from?

Tucson to Joplin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tucson station.

Bus or fly from Tucson to Joplin?

The best way to get from Tucson to Joplin is to fly which takes 6h 36m and costs $180 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $270 and takes 31h 50m.

Where does the Tucson to Joplin bus arrive?

Tucson to Joplin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Phoenix Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Tucson and Joplin?

Joplin is 1h ahead of Tucson. It is currently 1:33 PM in Tucson and 2:33 PM in Joplin.

Can I drive from Tucson to Joplin?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Joplin is 1142 miles. It takes approximately 19h 9m to drive from Tucson to Joplin.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tucson to Joplin?

Book your Tucson to Joplin bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Joplin?

There are 39+ hotels available in Joplin.

Tucson to Joplin - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Tucson to Joplin by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train, bus, car, or shuttle

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

Fly to Joplin Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN)TUS - JLN
6h 36m
$183–816
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Phoenix Bus StationFlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Joplin Bus StationGreyhound US1210
31h 50m
$124–269
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Fort Worth
2. Take the train from Fort Worth to Oklahoma City
3. Take the bus from Oklahoma City Bus Station to Tulsa Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Joplin Bus Station
37h 49m
$199–565
Drive 1,135.8 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Joplin1,135.8 mi
19h 9m
$208–300
Fly to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA)TUS - XNA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Jane, MO to Joplin, MO
8h 39m
$283–1,095
Fly to Springfield-Branson National Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF)TUS - SGF
2. Take the bus from Springfield CU Transit Center to Joplin Bus Station
8h 53m
$202–875

Tucson to Joplin by bus

7Weekly Buses

31h 50mAverage Duration

$124Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,011.5 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Joplin, MO, USA?

United Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly from Tucson (TUS) to Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tucson to Joplin Bus Station via Phoenix Bus Station in around 31h 50m.

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