How far is Marathon, IA from Sioux Rapids, IA?
The driving distance from Marathon, IA to Sioux Rapids, IA is about 12.3 miles (19.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.8 miles (14.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 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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Halfway Point
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City in Buena Vista County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marathon and Sioux Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marathon and Sioux Rapids.
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Start on West Attica Street
26 m · 6 sec · West Attica Street
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Turn right onto Agora Street
1151 ft · 40 sec · Agora Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Birnice Street
46 m · 4 sec · West Birnice Street
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Continue on South Agora
2607 ft · 1 min · South Agora
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Turn right onto 460th Street
8.5 mi · 12 min · 460th Street
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Turn right onto 130th Avenue
1.8 mi · 2 min · 130th Avenue
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Continue on County Highway 71
1.1 mi · 2 min · County Highway 71
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Turn right onto Thomas Street
73 m · 10 sec · Thomas Street
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Turn left onto 1st Street
115 m · 17 sec · 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marathon and Sioux Rapids.
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.
460th Street
Turn right onto 460th Street
8.53 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Marathon and Sunny near Sioux Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marathon to Sioux Rapids?
The road trip is about 12.3 miles (19.8 km) and usually takes 00h 15m 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?
Rembrandt is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.2 miles from Marathon and 6.2 miles from Sioux Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.8 miles (14.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.5 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 8:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.62 one way or $3.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Marathon and Sunny near Sioux Rapids.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marathon and Sioux Rapids. Straight-line distance: 8.81 mi (14.18 km).
#1 Marathon
City in Buena Vista County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 228 |
| Coordinates | 42.8616400, -94.9824900 |
| Altitude | 424 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sioux Rapids
City in Iowa
| Population | 733 |
| Coordinates | 42.8933100, -95.1511100 |
| Altitude | 384 |
| Country | United States |
End: 1st Street (-95.151266, 42.893311)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 20 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.62 | $3.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.83 | $3.66 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.00 | $4.00 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.28 | $4.56 |
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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