Marshalltown, IA Road Trips
Marshalltown, IA serves as a quiet starting point in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 5 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 82 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Marshalltown, IA head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
14
Longest Drive
182.7 mi
Keokuk, IA
Quickest Drive
54m
Ames, IA
Plan Around Marshalltown, IA
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Marshalltown, IA
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Trips from Marshalltown, IA
Driving from Marshalltown, IA
Expect an average of 82 miles and about 1h 42m behind the wheel when leaving Marshalltown, IA. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 164 miles (3h 17m), while the shortest is just 52 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Marshalltown, IA include Storm Lake, IA (164.2 mi, 3h 17m), Cedar Rapids, IA (74.1 mi, 1h 30m), Norwalk, IA (63.2 mi, 1h 22m), Clive, IA (58 mi, 1h 15m), and Des Moines, IA (51.6 mi, 1h 6m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in IA currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 82-mile trip from Marshalltown, IA, budget about $12 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Marshalltown, IA and 9 routes heading into Marshalltown, IA, covering 14 total connections. Distances range from 52 to 164 miles.
The longest mapped route from Marshalltown, IA covers 164 miles and takes approximately 3h 17m. Shorter options start at just 52 miles.
The average route from Marshalltown, IA runs about 82 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 42m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 82-mile trip from Marshalltown, IA costs roughly $12 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Marshalltown, IA include Storm Lake, IA, Cedar Rapids, IA, Norwalk, IA and Clive, IA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Marshalltown, IA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
27,491
Median Income
$68,854
Median Home Value
$117,100
Median Age
35.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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