How far is Boone, IA from Marshalltown, IA?
The driving distance from Boone, IA to Marshalltown, IA is about 55 miles (88.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Town in Story County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Boone and Marshalltown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boone and Marshalltown.
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Start on Mamie Eisenhower Avenue
20 m · 5 sec · Mamie Eisenhower Avenue
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Turn right onto Story Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · Story Street
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Turn left onto 220th Street
5.2 mi · 7 min · 220th Street
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Continue on 230th Street
45 mi · 52 min · 230th Street
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Take the exit slight right
1990 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left onto South Center Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · South Center Street
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Turn right onto East Anson Street
1329 ft · 30 sec · East Anson Street
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Turn left onto South 3rd Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · South 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 Boone and Marshalltown.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
230th Street
Continue on 230th Street
45 mi · 00h 52m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Boone and Partly Sunny then 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 Boone to Marshalltown?
The road trip is about 55 miles (88.5 km) and usually takes 00h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Nevada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.8 miles from Boone and 27.2 miles from Marshalltown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.32 one way or $14.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Boone and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Marshalltown.
Stop Ideas Near Nevada
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Osceola
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Boone and Marshalltown. Straight-line distance: 49.88 mi (80.28 km).
#1 Boone
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 12,407 |
| Coordinates | 42.0597000, -93.8802300 |
| Altitude | 346 |
| 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: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.32 | $14.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.25 | $16.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.03 | $18.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.29 | $20.58 |
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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