How far is Marion, IA from Maquoketa, IA?
The driving distance from Marion, IA to Maquoketa, IA is about 52.8 miles (85 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.8 miles (77 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 15m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marion and Maquoketa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marion and Maquoketa.
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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
16.2 mi · 19 min · Marion Airport Road
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Take the exit slight right
1952 ft · 60 sec
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Turn right onto Highway 64 East
2558 ft · 45 sec · Highway 64 East
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Continue on State Highway 64
13.7 mi · 20 min · State Highway 64
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Continue on West Main Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Isabel Street
927 ft · 16 sec · Isabel Street
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Continue on State Highway 64
6.1 mi · 9 min · State Highway 64
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Continue on West Main Street
2.4 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 64
8.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 64
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Continue on West Platt Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Platt Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
38 m · 3 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marion and Maquoketa.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Marion Airport Road
Continue on Marion Airport Road
16.2 mi · 00h 19m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Marion and Showers And Thunderstorms near Maquoketa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marion to Maquoketa?
The road trip is about 52.8 miles (85 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Olin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.3 miles from Marion and 26.5 miles from Maquoketa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.8 miles (77 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.05 one way or $14.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Marion and Showers And Thunderstorms near Maquoketa.
Stop Ideas Near Olin
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 Marion and Maquoketa. Straight-line distance: 47.88 mi (77.05 km).
#1 Marion
The county seat of Linn County, Iowa.
| Population | 40,780 |
| Coordinates | 42.0341700, -91.5976800 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Maquoketa
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 5,924 |
| Coordinates | 42.0689100, -90.6656900 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
End: Maquoketa (-90.66569, 42.06891)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $7.05 | $14.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.95 | $15.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.70 | $17.41 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.92 | $19.84 |
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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