This 131.8-mile drive from Marion, Iowa, to Webster City, Iowa, is expected to take about 2 hours and 33 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $21, it's an economical trip. The route is entirely on local roads with no highway driving, suggesting a more connected experience with the landscape. Given its relatively short duration and turn-heavy nature, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure. You'll stay within the Midwest region for the entirety of your journey, experiencing the heart of Iowa.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.9 miles from Marion, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Avenue of the Saints
125.3 mi
2h 21m
Collins Road Northeast
2.2 mi
2m
Superior Street
1.3 mi
2m
Marion Boulevard
0.6 mi
1m
7th Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
1st Avenue East
0.1 mi
<1m
8th Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
10th Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 125.3 mi, about 2h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marion, IA and Webster City, IA.
1
Start on 8th Avenue
445 ft·22 sec·8th Avenue
2
Turn left onto 10th Street
322 ft·12 sec·10th Street
3
Turn right onto US 151 Business
0.2 mi·21 sec·7th Avenue
4
Enter roundabout
103 ft·4 sec
5
Continue
130 ft·5 sec
6
Continue on 7th Avenue
0.3 mi·47 sec·7th Avenue
7
Continue on US 151 Business
0.6 mi·1 min·Marion Boulevard
8
Continue on US 151 Business
0.1 mi·18 sec·1st Avenue East
9
Turn right onto IA 100
2.2 mi·2 min·Collins Road Northeast
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I-380, IA 27: Iowa City, Waterloo
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·41 sec
Toward I-380 north, IA 27 north: Waterloo
12
Keep slight left at fork
286 ft·7 sec
13
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·26 sec·this road
Toward I-380 south, IA 27 south: WaterlooUse the straight / left lanes.
14
Merge onto I 380; IA 27
47 mi·50 min·Avenue of the Saints
15
Keep slight left at fork onto US 20; IA 27
79 mi·1 hr 30 min·Avenue of the Saints
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward IA 17 South
17
Turn right onto Superior Street
1.3 mi·2 min·Superior Street
18
Turn left onto CR D20
60 ft·1 sec·2nd Street
19
Arrive at destination
CR D20
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 33-minute drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best. Since it's a single-day trip with an estimated fuel cost of $21, plan for one stop to break up the 131.8 miles. The turn-heavy nature of the route means staying alert and paying attention to navigation is key. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the longest stretch is over 125 miles, it's always wise to top off before departing or at your planned stop to ensure a smooth arrival in Webster City.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.9 miles from Marion, IA, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 125.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 29 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.9 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Webster City, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Marion, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Marion, IA
This is one driving day of about 131.8 miles and 2h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Marion, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Avenue of the Saints for about 125.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 4.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|10th Street
Turn left onto 10th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 151 Business / 7th Avenue
Turn right onto US 151 Business / 7th Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
3.6 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the exit toward I-380, IA 27: Iowa City, Waterloo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-380, IA 27: Iowa City, Waterloo
6
4.1 mi into trip|~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I-380 north, IA 27 north: Waterloo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-380 north, IA 27 north: Waterloo
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.61 one way
$41.21 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$22.62
$45.25
premium
$4.89
$25.36
$50.73
diesel
$5.61
$29.10
$58.20
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.5
0
$13.84
$6.33
Efficient EV
33
0
$11.53
$5.27
EV Truck/SUV
52.7
0
$18.45
$8.44
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Marion, IA
Night
in Marion on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Webster City, IA
Night
in Webster City on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 33m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 131.8-mile journey. With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating primarily on local roads, including stretches of Avenue of the Saints, Collins Road Northeast, and Superior Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 125.3 miles on Avenue of the Saints, offering a significant period of consistent travel before the route becomes more varied. This driving profile means you'll be more engaged with the road and surroundings, rather than a typical interstate experience.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 125.3 mi on Avenue of the Saints.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 10th Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 131.8 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 151 Business / 7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 33m. Total distance: 131.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 125.3 miles on Avenue of the Saints. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 151 Business / 7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Webster City, IA before heading back.
