How far is Eldridge, IA from Marion, IA?
The driving distance from Eldridge, IA to Marion, IA is about 75.1 miles (120.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58.3 miles (93.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 23m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eldridge and Marion.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eldridge and Marion.
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Start on North 2nd Street
22 m · 5 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Donahue Street
95 m · 13 sec · Donahue Street
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Turn right onto North 1st Street
1315 ft · 49 sec · North 1st Street
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Turn left onto East Leclaire Road
1.3 km · 2 min · East Leclaire Road
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Take the ramp left
1606 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
11.5 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right
52.3 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 151 North, IA 13 North: Marion
2315 ft · 44 sec
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Continue straight
7.5 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto 10th Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · 10th Avenue
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Continue on 7th Avenue
2844 ft · 1 min · 7th Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward 7th Avenue
5 m · 1 sec · 7th Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto 7th Avenue
3013 ft · 1 min · 7th Avenue
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Turn right onto 14th Street
96 m · 21 sec · 14th Street
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Turn left onto 8th Avenue
835 ft · 31 sec · 8th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eldridge and Marion.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
East Leclaire Road
Take the exit slight right
52.3 mi · 01h 09m
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.
Sunny leaving Eldridge and Chance Rain Showers near Marion.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eldridge to Marion?
The road trip is about 75.1 miles (120.9 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?
Clarence is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.8 miles from Eldridge and 37.3 miles from Marion.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58.3 miles (93.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.8 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 3:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.99 one way or $19.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Eldridge and Chance Rain Showers near Marion.
Stop Ideas Near Clarence
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Clarence.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eldridge and Marion. Straight-line distance: 58.26 mi (93.76 km).
#1 Eldridge
City in Scott County Iowa
| Population | 6,864 |
| Coordinates | 41.6580900, -90.5845800 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Marion
The county seat of Linn County, Iowa.
| Population | 40,780 |
| Coordinates | 42.0341700, -91.5976800 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: 8th Avenue (-91.59768, 42.03419)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 121 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $9.99 | $19.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.27 | $22.54 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.33 | $24.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.06 | $28.11 |
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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