MO → AR · about 171 miles
Joplin to Mena bus schedule
Jefferson Lines runs 7 direct buses a week from Joplin to Mena. The fastest takes 4 hours 10 minutes; every bus leaves at 1:15 AM. The standard fare is $92 one way.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 4h 10m
- Leaves at
- 1:15 AM
- Standard fare
- $92
A standard fare is the carrier's published one-way price. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
Timetable
Every bus leaves from Joplin (Road Ranger) and arrives at Mena. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Bus company | Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:15 AM | 5:25 AM | 4h 10m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | Book (carrier website) |
Route map
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Where to board in Joplin Where you get off in Mena The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Joplin
- Joplin (Road Ranger) Map of Joplin (Road Ranger) (Google Maps)
Where the bus stops in Mena
- Mena Jefferson Lines bus stop Map of Mena Jefferson Lines bus stop (Google Maps)
Questions
How long is the bus from Joplin to Mena?
The fastest direct bus takes 4 hours 10 minutes.
How much is the bus from Joplin to Mena?
The standard one-way fare with Jefferson Lines is $92. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
What time is the first bus from Joplin to Mena?
Every departure is at 1:15 AM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Joplin to Mena?
Jefferson Lines runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Joplin?
Buses to Mena leave from Joplin (Road Ranger).