Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Joplin travel guide

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You're Going to Love Joplin

With a population of 50,150, Joplin is a must-see destination in Missouri, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Joplin deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Joplin

Joplin in November
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Joplin in November
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Joplin in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 5.1″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Joplin, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Joplin

Plane

When flying to Joplin, you’ll arrive at Joplin (JLN), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Joplin departs from Denver and takes around 1h 48m.

Car

Another option to get to Joplin is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 137 miles from Joplin. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

Joplin’s bus station is located 5 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Joplin, you’ll arrive at Joplin (JLN), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Joplin departs from Denver and takes around 1h 48m.

Car

Another option to get to Joplin is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 137 miles from Joplin. You’ll find branches of Turo and Thrifty, among others, in Kansas City.

Bus

Joplin’s bus station is located 5 miles from the city center.

Airports near Joplin

SGFSpringfield-Branson
TULTulsa
XNAFayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Airlines serving Joplin

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,842 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,700 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,247 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,969 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,464 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,068 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
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Where to stay in Joplin

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Joplin and Best Western The Oasis at Joplin.

Where to stay in popular areas of Joplin

Most booked hotels in Joplin

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Drury Inn & Suites Joplin
3 stars
Excellent (9, 937 reviews)
$133+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Joplin
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1194 reviews)
$129+
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Best Western The Oasis at Joplin
2 stars
Good (7.3, 1028 reviews)
$95+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Joplin
2 stars
Good (6.6, 696 reviews)
$83+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Joplin
2 stars
Good (6.3, 1928 reviews)
$76+
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Econo Lodge Inn and Suites Joplin
2 stars
Okay (5.9, 1015 reviews)
$75+
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Renting a car in Joplin

Renting a car in Joplin costs $53 per day, on average, or $107 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Joplin.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Joplin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Joplin, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Joplin costs $53 per day, on average, or $107 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Joplin.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Joplin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Joplin, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Joplin

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$35/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$37/day

Intermediate
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