How far is Marion, IA from Anamosa, IA?
The driving distance from Marion, IA to Anamosa, IA is about 18.8 miles (30.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.8 miles (27.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m 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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City in Linn County, Iowa, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marion and Anamosa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marion and Anamosa.
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Start on 8th Avenue
835 ft · 33 sec · 8th Avenue
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Turn right onto 14th Street
96 m · 19 sec · 14th Street
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Turn left onto 7th Avenue
2977 ft · 1 min · 7th Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 7th Avenue
66 m · 5 sec · 7th Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto 7th Avenue
2808 ft · 1 min · 7th Avenue
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Continue on 10th Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · 10th Avenue
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Continue on Marion Airport Road
11.4 mi · 13 min · Marion Airport Road
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Take the exit slight right
2012 ft · 57 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 1
1104 ft · 17 sec · State Highway 1
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Continue on County Road E34
3.2 mi · 6 min · County Road E34
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Continue on Elm Street
1472 ft · 30 sec · Elm Street
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Turn left onto Cemetery Road
12 m · 3 sec · Cemetery Road
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Turn right onto South Elm Street
1484 ft · 30 sec · South Elm Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Main Street
1913 ft · 42 sec · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marion and Anamosa.
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.
Marion Airport Road
Continue on Marion Airport Road
11.4 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Marion and Chance Rain Showers near Anamosa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marion to Anamosa?
The road trip is about 18.8 miles (30.2 km) and usually takes 00h 27m 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?
Springville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.4 miles from Marion and 9.4 miles from Anamosa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.8 miles (27.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 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 7:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.49 one way or $4.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Marion and Chance Rain Showers near Anamosa.
Stop Ideas Near Springville
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marion and Anamosa. Straight-line distance: 16.83 mi (27.08 km).
#1 Marion
The county seat of Linn County, Iowa.
| Population | 40,780 |
| Coordinates | 42.0341700, -91.5976800 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Anamosa
City in Jones County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 5,545 |
| Coordinates | 42.1083400, -91.2851600 |
| Altitude | 253 |
| Country | United States |
End: Anamosa (-91.28516, 42.10834)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
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 | $2.49 | $4.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.81 | $5.61 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.07 | $6.14 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.50 | $7.00 |
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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