How far is Marshalltown, IA from Ferguson, IA?
The driving distance from Marshalltown, IA to Ferguson, IA is about 11 miles (17.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.1 miles (13 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 36m 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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Human settlement in Marshall County, Iowa, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marshalltown and Ferguson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marshalltown and Ferguson.
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Start on North 3rd Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · North 3rd Avenue
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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 Center Street
2.8 mi · 4 min · South Center Street
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Continue on Reed Avenue
4.4 mi · 7 min · Reed Avenue
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Turn left onto 290th Street
2.6 mi · 5 min · 290th Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
777 ft · 50 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
9 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marshalltown and Ferguson.
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.
Reed Avenue
Continue on Reed Avenue
4.4 mi · 00h 07m
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 Rain And Snow Showers leaving Marshalltown and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Ferguson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marshalltown to Ferguson?
The road trip is about 11 miles (17.7 km) and usually takes 00h 18m 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?
Haverhill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.5 miles from Marshalltown and 5.5 miles from Ferguson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.1 miles (13 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.9 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 7:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.47 one way or $2.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Marshalltown and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Ferguson.
Stop Ideas Near Haverhill
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marshalltown and Ferguson. Straight-line distance: 8.07 mi (12.99 km).
#1 Marshalltown
City in Marshal County, Iowa
| Population | 26,736 |
| Coordinates | 42.0494300, -92.9079800 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ferguson
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 122 |
| Coordinates | 41.9369300, -92.8657500 |
| Altitude | 284 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ferguson (-92.86575, 41.93693)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 18 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $1.47 | $2.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.66 | $3.32 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.82 | $3.63 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.07 | $4.14 |
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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