What is the best way to travel from Chicago to Joplin, MO?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Joplin, MO from Chicago?
You can get to Joplin, MO with just $86 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Greyhound US15h 25m010:50 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/2/2026 10:50:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/3/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $86 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 25m
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Greyhound US20h 25m010:15 AMChicagoUnion Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/2/2026 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/3/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $86 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
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Greyhound US15h 5m011:10 PMChicagoUnion Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/2/2026 11:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/3/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $86 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
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FlixBus14h 0m012:15 AMChicagoDowntown Bus Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/2/2026 12:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/2/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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FlixBus13h 25m05:15 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/2/2026 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/3/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus13h 25m05:15 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/6/2026 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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Greyhound US20h 25m010:15 AMChicagoUnion Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/6/2026 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
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FlixBus14h 0m012:15 AMChicagoDowntown Bus Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/6/2026 12:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/6/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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Greyhound US15h 25m010:50 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/6/2026 10:50:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 25m
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Greyhound US15h 5m011:10 PMChicagoUnion Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/6/2026 11:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus14h 0m012:15 AMChicagoDowntown Bus Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/7/2026 12:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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FlixBus13h 25m05:15 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/7/2026 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/8/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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Greyhound US20h 25m010:15 AMChicagoUnion Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/7/2026 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/8/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
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FlixBus13h 35m012:40 AMChicago95th Red Line Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/7/2026 12:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
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Greyhound US17h 20m01:20 PMChicago95th Red Line Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/7/2026 1:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/8/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 20m
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Skyscanner1h 50m011:32 AMChicago O'Hare AirportChicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center1:22 PMJoplin Regional AirportJoplin Regional Airport0EconomyA Flight from Skyscanner goes from Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center, Chicago O'Hare Airport (USA) at 6/7/2026 11:32:00 AM to Joplin Regional Airport, Joplin Regional Airport (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 1:22:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $184 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
Cheapest Flights Sunday
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FlixBus14h 0m012:15 AMChicagoDowntown Bus Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/8/2026 12:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/8/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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FlixBus13h 25m05:15 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/8/2026 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/9/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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Greyhound US17h 20m01:20 PMChicago95th Red Line Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/8/2026 1:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/9/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 20m
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Greyhound US15h 5m011:10 PMChicagoUnion Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/8/2026 11:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/9/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
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FlixBus13h 35m012:40 AMChicago95th Red Line Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/8/2026 12:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/8/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
Cheapest Buses Monday
What are the fastest trips from Chicago to Joplin, MO?
You can get to Joplin, MO from Chicago in just 1h 50m with a Flight from Skyscanner. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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FlixBus13h 25m05:15 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/2/2026 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/3/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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FlixBus14h 0m012:15 AMChicagoDowntown Bus Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/2/2026 12:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/2/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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Greyhound US15h 5m011:10 PMChicagoUnion Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/2/2026 11:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/3/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $86 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
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Greyhound US15h 25m010:50 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/2/2026 10:50:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/3/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $86 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 25m
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Greyhound US20h 25m010:15 AMChicagoUnion Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/2/2026 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/3/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $86 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus13h 25m05:15 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/6/2026 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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FlixBus14h 0m012:15 AMChicagoDowntown Bus Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/6/2026 12:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/6/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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Greyhound US15h 5m011:10 PMChicagoUnion Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/6/2026 11:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
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Greyhound US15h 25m010:50 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/6/2026 10:50:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 25m
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Greyhound US20h 25m010:15 AMChicagoUnion Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/6/2026 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Skyscanner1h 50m011:32 AMChicago O'Hare AirportChicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center1:22 PMJoplin Regional AirportJoplin Regional Airport0EconomyA Flight from Skyscanner goes from Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center, Chicago O'Hare Airport (USA) at 6/7/2026 11:32:00 AM to Joplin Regional Airport, Joplin Regional Airport (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 1:22:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $184 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
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FlixBus13h 25m05:15 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/7/2026 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/8/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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FlixBus13h 35m012:40 AMChicago95th Red Line Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/7/2026 12:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
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FlixBus14h 0m012:15 AMChicagoDowntown Bus Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/7/2026 12:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/7/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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Greyhound US17h 20m01:20 PMChicago95th Red Line Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/7/2026 1:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/8/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 20m
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Greyhound US20h 25m010:15 AMChicagoUnion Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/7/2026 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/8/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
Fastest Flights Sunday
Fastest Buses Sunday
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FlixBus13h 25m05:15 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/8/2026 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/9/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
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FlixBus13h 35m012:40 AMChicago95th Red Line Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/8/2026 12:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/8/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 35m
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FlixBus14h 0m012:15 AMChicagoDowntown Bus Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/8/2026 12:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/8/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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Greyhound US15h 5m011:10 PMChicagoUnion Station2:15 PMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/8/2026 11:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/9/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
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Greyhound US17h 20m01:20 PMChicago95th Red Line Station6:40 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 6/8/2026 1:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) arriving at 6/9/2026 6:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 20m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Chicago to Joplin, MO
What are the most popular stations in Chicago and Joplin, MO?
In Chicago, you will usually depart from California & 35th Street Bus Stop, Downtown Bus Station or 95th Red Line Station, while in Joplin, MO you will be arriving at Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Joplin, MO from Chicago? With 5 connections between 2 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Chicago and Joplin, MO, you can pay as low as $86 with a Bus from Greyhound US.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Skyscanner: you will get to Joplin, MO in just 1h 50m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Chicago and Joplin, MO are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Skyscanner, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Chicago and Joplin, MO is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Cicero, IL or to Joplin Regional Airport, and look at flights from Chicago Midway Airport, and landing at Joplin Regional Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Chicago to Joplin, MO?
The most popular companies between Chicago and Joplin, MO, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Skyscanner. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus
Airlines: Skyscanner
All you need to know when you travel from Chicago to Joplin, MO
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chicago to Joplin, MO. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Chicago to Joplin, MO
How can I reach Joplin, MO from Chicago?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Joplin, MO from Chicago.
How far is Joplin, MO from Chicago?
The distance between Chicago and Joplin, MO is 493.8 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Chicago and Joplin, MO?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 21 kgs of CO2, a train 28 kgs, a car 135 kgs, and a flight 196 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Chicago to Joplin, MO?
You can get to Joplin, MO with just $86 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.
What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Joplin, MO?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Joplin, MO in just 1h 50m with a Flight from Skyscanner.
More routes to Chicago and to Joplin, MO
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Chicago and to Joplin, MO. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
