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Distance from Alba to Joplin

Driving Distance
19.7 mi 31.7 km
Flying Distance
11.8 mi 19.0 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Alba, Missouri to Joplin, Missouri is 19.7 mi (31.7 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 11.8 mi (19.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 27 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, moderate in a southwest direction. Average speeds around 43 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Alba
State/Province Missouri
Country US
Latitude 37.238389
Longitude -94.417449
GPS 37.238389° N, 94.417449° W
Local Time 5:27 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Joplin
Place Joplin
State/Province Missouri
Country US
Latitude 37.085484
Longitude -94.513431
GPS 37.085484° N, 94.513431° W
Local Time 5:27 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Alba, Missouri to Joplin, Missouri covers 19.7 mi (31.7 km) in a southwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, moderate route typically takes 27 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (15.5-19.7 miles / 25-32 km). The primary route shown here saves 4 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 43 mph (69 km/h).

Available Routes

State Hwy 96 W
19.7 mi 27 minutes
Shortest
I-49BL
19.4 mi 26 minutes
State Hwy 43 and State Hwy 43 S/N Main St Rd
15.5 mi 23 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.