How far is Altoona, IA from Marshalltown, IA?
The driving distance from Altoona, IA to Marshalltown, IA is about 42.6 miles (68.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.1 miles (64.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Altoona and Marshalltown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altoona and Marshalltown.
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Start on 1st Avenue South
1.6 km · 2 min · 1st Avenue South
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 1st Avenue North
33 m · 2 sec · 1st Avenue North
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Exit the roundabout onto 1st Avenue North
3028 ft · 1 min · 1st Avenue North
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Continue on Northeast 72nd Street
767 ft · 15 sec · Northeast 72nd Street
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Continue on Grant Street South
1.3 mi · 2 min · Grant Street South
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Continue on Grant Street South
41 m · 8 sec · Grant Street South
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Turn right onto Northeast Hubbell Road
33.9 mi · 40 min · Northeast Hubbell Road
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Continue on Marshalltown Boulevard
2.1 mi · 4 min · Marshalltown Boulevard
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Continue on West Lincolnway
2.2 mi · 4 min · West Lincolnway
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Continue on West Madison Street
1644 ft · 38 sec · West Madison Street
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
2231 ft · 46 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
2675 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North 3rd Avenue
31 m · 2 sec · North 3rd Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 3rd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Altoona and Marshalltown.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Northeast Hubbell Road
Turn right onto Northeast Hubbell Road
33.9 mi · 00h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Altoona and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Marshalltown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Altoona to Marshalltown?
The road trip is about 42.6 miles (68.5 km) and usually takes 00h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rhodes is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.3 miles from Altoona and 21.4 miles from Marshalltown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.1 miles (64.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.66 one way or $11.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Altoona and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Marshalltown.
Stop Ideas Near Rhodes
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Altoona and Marshalltown. Straight-line distance: 40.06 mi (64.47 km).
#1 Altoona
City in Polk County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 19,503 |
| Coordinates | 41.6441600, -93.4646600 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Marshalltown
City in Marshal County, Iowa
| Population | 26,736 |
| Coordinates | 42.0494300, -92.9079800 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 3rd Avenue (-92.908042, 42.04943)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $5.66 | $11.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.98 | $13.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.96 | $15.91 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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