How far is Des Moines, IA from Marion, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Des Moines and Marion is 107.82 miles (173.52 km).
Flight distance from Des Moines, IA to Marion, IA is 107.82 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 14 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Des Moines to Marion with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Des Moines, Iowa to Marion, Iowa is: 123.26 miles (198.37 km) by car.
Driving from Des Moines to Marion will take approximately 02 hours 06 minutes.
#1 Des Moines
The capital of Iowa. It is located in central Iowa. Des Moines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many outdoor activities, and its many attractions, such as the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and the Science Center of Iowa.
| Population | 212312 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°36'2"N 93°36'33"W |
| Latitude | 41.6005400 |
| Longitude | -93.6091100 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Marion
The county seat of Linn County, Iowa. It is located on the Iowa River in the central part of the state. Marion is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Marion Historical Society and the Marion Art Center.
| Population | 40780 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'3"N 91°35'52"W |
| Latitude | 42.0341700 |
| Longitude | -91.5976800 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Marion: 8th Avenue (-91.59768,42.03419)
Estimated Travel Time Between Des Moines and Marion
The distance between Des Moines and Marion is 198 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 12 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Des Moines and Marion. The current time is 14:11:00.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 06 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 04 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 03 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 45 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 32 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.46 liters (4.35 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Des Moines and Marion.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Des Moines to Marion is $14.29 (diesel $20.22).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $14.29 | $15.65 | $17.68 | $20.22 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Des Moines and Marion (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
