How far is Marshalltown, IA from Fort Dodge, IA?
The driving distance from Marshalltown, IA to Fort Dodge, IA is about 101.9 miles (164 km), with a travel time of about 02h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.5 miles (115 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 05m 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 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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 Marshalltown and Fort Dodge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marshalltown and Fort Dodge.
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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
2.3 mi · 4 min · South Center Street
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Take the ramp right
1997 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
33.3 mi · 39 min · Lincoln Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 North: Minneapolis
2992 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
30.4 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West: Fort Dodge
1664 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
28.1 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right
1724 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Nelson Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Nelson Avenue
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Continue on Quail Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Quail Avenue
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Turn left onto 220th Street
2515 ft · 48 sec · 220th Street
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Continue on Mill Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Mill Road
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Continue on Paragon Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · Paragon Avenue
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Continue on South 32nd Street
2798 ft · 1 min · South 32nd Street
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Turn left onto 8th Avenue South
1.6 km · 2 min · 8th Avenue South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8th Avenue South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marshalltown and Fort Dodge.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Lincoln Highway
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
33.3 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Marshalltown and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Dodge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marshalltown to Fort Dodge?
The road trip is about 101.9 miles (164 km) and usually takes 02h 02m 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?
Story City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.9 miles from Marshalltown and 51 miles from Fort Dodge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.5 miles (115 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.4 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 2:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.88 one way or $23.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Marshalltown and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Dodge.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marshalltown and Fort Dodge. Straight-line distance: 71.47 mi (115.02 km).
#1 Marshalltown
City in Marshal County, Iowa
| Population | 26,736 |
| Coordinates | 42.0494300, -92.9079800 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Dodge
City in Iowa
| Population | 23,906 |
| Coordinates | 42.4974700, -94.1680200 |
| Altitude | 340 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Dodge (-94.16802, 42.49747)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $11.88 | $23.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.40 | $26.79 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.71 | $33.42 |
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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