What is the best way to travel from Joplin, MO to Chicago?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Chicago from Joplin, MO. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Chicago from Joplin, MO?
You can get to Chicago with just $99 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 US22h 50m06:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop5:45 AMChicagoDowntown Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/5/2025 6:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 50m
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Greyhound US14h 35m01:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop4:30 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/5/2025 1:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
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Greyhound US22h 25m06:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop5:20 AMChicago95th Red Line Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/5/2025 6:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 25m
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Greyhound US14h 0m01:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop3:55 PMChicago95th Red Line Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/5/2025 1:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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Greyhound US14h 0m01:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop3:55 PMChicago95th Red Line Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/6/2025 1:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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Greyhound US22h 25m06:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop5:20 AMChicago95th Red Line Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/6/2025 6:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 25m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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Greyhound US18h 15m01:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop8:10 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/10/2025 1:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 15m
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Greyhound US20h 30m01:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop10:25 PMChicago95th Red Line Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/10/2025 1:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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Greyhound US22h 50m06:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop5:45 AMChicagoDowntown Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/11/2025 6:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/12/2025 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 50m
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Greyhound US14h 35m01:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop4:30 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/11/2025 1:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Joplin, MO to Chicago?
You can get to Chicago from Joplin, MO in just 14h 0m with a Bus from Greyhound US. 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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Greyhound US14h 0m01:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop3:55 PMChicago95th Red Line Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/5/2025 1:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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Greyhound US14h 35m01:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop4:30 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/5/2025 1:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
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Greyhound US22h 25m06:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop5:20 AMChicago95th Red Line Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/5/2025 6:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 25m
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Greyhound US22h 50m06:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop5:45 AMChicagoDowntown Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/5/2025 6:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 50m
Fastest Buses Friday
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Greyhound US14h 0m01:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop3:55 PMChicago95th Red Line Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/6/2025 1:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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Greyhound US22h 25m06:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop5:20 AMChicago95th Red Line Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/6/2025 6:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 25m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Greyhound US18h 15m01:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop8:10 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/10/2025 1:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 15m
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Greyhound US20h 30m01:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop10:25 PMChicago95th Red Line Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/10/2025 1:55:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Greyhound US14h 35m01:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop4:30 PMChicagoDowntown Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/11/2025 1:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
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Greyhound US22h 50m06:55 AMJoplin, MOBus Stop5:45 AMChicagoDowntown Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Joplin, MO (USA) at 12/11/2025 6:55:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 12/12/2025 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 50m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Bus from Joplin, MO to Chicago
What are the most popular stations in Joplin, MO and Chicago?
In Joplin, MO, you will usually depart from Bus Stop, while in Chicago you will be arriving at California & 35th Street Bus Stop, Downtown Bus Station or 95th Red Line Station, 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 Chicago from Joplin, MO? With 2 connections between 1 Bus and Flight 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 Joplin, MO and Chicago, you can pay as low as $99 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 Bus from Greyhound US: you will get to Chicago in just 14h 0m.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 Joplin, MO and Chicago are Greyhound US, 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 Joplin, MO and Chicago 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 Webb City, MO or to Cicero, IL, and look at flights from , and landing at Chicago Midway 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 Joplin, MO to Chicago?
The most popular companies between Joplin, MO and Chicago, are Greyhound US. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Greyhound US
All you need to know when you travel from Joplin, MO to Chicago
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Joplin, MO to Chicago. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Joplin, MO to Chicago
How can I reach Chicago from Joplin, MO?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Chicago from Joplin, MO.
How far is Chicago from Joplin, MO?
The distance between Joplin, MO and Chicago is 493.8 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Joplin, MO and Chicago?
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 Joplin, MO to Chicago?
You can get to Chicago with just $99 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.
What is the fastest way to get from Joplin, MO to Chicago?
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 Chicago in just 14h 0m with a Bus from Greyhound US.
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