What is the cheapest way to get from Walnut Ridge to Joplin?

The cheapest way to get from Walnut Ridge to Joplin is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Walnut Ridge to Joplin?

The fastest way to get from Walnut Ridge to Joplin is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs $45 - $70.

How far is it from Walnut Ridge to Joplin?

The distance between Walnut Ridge and Joplin is 566 miles. The road distance is 259.5 miles.

How do I travel from Walnut Ridge to Joplin without a car?

The best way to get from Walnut Ridge to Joplin without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 12h 18m and costs $190 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Walnut Ridge to Joplin?

It takes approximately 12h 18m to get from Walnut Ridge to Joplin, including transfers.

Can I drive from Walnut Ridge to Joplin?

Yes, the driving distance between Walnut Ridge to Joplin is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Walnut Ridge to Joplin.

Where can I stay near Joplin?

There are 48+ hotels available in Joplin.

Walnut Ridge to Joplin - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Walnut Ridge to Joplin by taxi, bus, train, or car

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Walnut Ridge to Jonesborotaxi
2. Take the bus from Jonesboro to Memphis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depotbus
4. Take the bus from Fort Smith Van Buren to Joplinbus
12h 18m
$199–279
Drive 258 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Walnut Ridge to Joplincar 258 mi
4h 49m
$48–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Walnut Ridge Station to St. Louistrain Texas Eagle
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Joplin Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210
12h 19m
$118–237

Walnut Ridge to Joplin by train and bus

10Weekly Services

12h 19mAverage Duration

$118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 563.1 mi
Duration: 12h 18m

What companies run services between Walnut Ridge, Lawrence County, AR, USA and Joplin, MO, USA?

There is no direct connection from Walnut Ridge to Joplin. However, you can take the taxi to Jonesboro, take the bus to Memphis Bus Station, take the bus to Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depot, walk to Fort Smith Van Buren, then take the bus to Joplin. Alternatively, you can take a train from Walnut Ridge Station to Joplin Bus Station via St. Louis and St Louis Bus Station in around 12h 19m.

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