How far is Fort Madison, IA from Marshalltown, IA?
The driving distance from Fort Madison, IA to Marshalltown, IA is about 172.3 miles (277.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128.3 miles (206.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 45m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Johnson County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Madison and Marshalltown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Madison and Marshalltown.
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Start on the route
19 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Avenue I
42 m · 11 sec · Avenue I
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Turn left onto Avenue H
1.5 km · 2 min · Avenue H
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Turn left onto 20th Street
1078 ft · 22 sec · 20th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Avenue L
1.3 mi · 2 min · Avenue L
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Continue on Old Highway 61
1602 ft · 27 sec · Old Highway 61
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Continue on Avenue O
2.1 mi · 3 min · Avenue O
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Turn straight
8.3 mi · 11 min
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Take the ramp right
2184 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
24.5 mi · 28 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
68.2 mi · 1 hr 18 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30 West, US 151 South, US 218 North: Tama
33.7 mi · 40 min
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Continue on Lincoln Highway
31.8 mi · 37 min · Lincoln Highway
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Take the exit slight right
1884 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right onto South Center Street
2.3 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 Fort Madison 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.
Avenue of the Saints
Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
68.2 mi · 01h 18m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Fort Madison 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 Fort Madison to Marshalltown?
The road trip is about 172.3 miles (277.3 km) and usually takes 02h 52m 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?
Coralville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87.7 miles from Fort Madison and 84.6 miles from Marshalltown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128.3 miles (206.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 44 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 12:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.93 one way or $45.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Fort Madison and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Marshalltown.
Stop Ideas Near Coralville
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 Fort Madison and Marshalltown. Straight-line distance: 128.25 mi (206.4 km).
#1 Fort Madison
City and county seat in Lee County, Iowa
| Population | 10,263 |
| Coordinates | 40.6297600, -91.3151500 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| 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: 277 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
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 | $22.93 | $45.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.86 | $51.72 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.30 | $56.59 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.25 | $64.50 |
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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