How far is Rolla, MO from Joplin, MO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rolla and Joplin is 161.77 miles (260.34 km).
Flight distance from Rolla, MO to Joplin, MO is 161.77 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 21 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 19 minutes to travel from Rolla to Joplin with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rolla, Missouri to Joplin, Missouri is: 179.29 miles (288.54 km) by car.
Driving from Rolla to Joplin will take approximately 02 hours 45 minutes.
#1 Rolla
City in Phelps County, Missouri, United States
| Population | 20437 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°57'5"N 91°46'17"W |
| Latitude | 37.9514300 |
| Longitude | -91.7712700 |
| Altitude | 342 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Joplin
The most populous city in Jasper County, Missouri. It is located on the Joplin Creek in southwestern Missouri. Joplin is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Joplin Museum of Art and the Joplin Little Theatre.
| Population | 50956 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 37°5'3"N 94°30'48"W |
| Latitude | 37.0842300 |
| Longitude | -94.5132800 |
| Altitude | 306 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Joplin: South Main Street (-94.513461,37.084233)
Estimated Travel Time Between Rolla and Joplin
The distance between Rolla and Joplin is 289 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 12 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Rolla and Joplin. The current time is 03:55:04.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 58 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 35 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 59 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 33 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 23 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 14 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 23.95 liters (6.33 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rolla and Joplin.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rolla to Joplin is $20.28 (diesel $28).
Missouri gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.21 | $3.54 | $3.86 | $4.43 |
| Total | $20.28 | $22.37 | $24.42 | $28 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Missouri ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.205 (Diesel $4.426) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Rolla and Joplin (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Castle Point, MO to Rolla 116.75 miles (188 km)
Driving distance from East Independence, MO to Rolla 211.11 miles (340 km)
