How far is Marshalltown, IA from Liscomb, IA?
The driving distance from Marshalltown, IA to Liscomb, IA is about 14.7 miles (23.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.9 miles (17.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 44m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Marshall County, Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain And Snow Showers
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Marshalltown and Liscomb.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marshalltown and Liscomb.
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Start on North 3rd Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · North 3rd Avenue
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Continue on Sanford Avenue
3.9 mi · 5 min · Sanford Avenue
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Turn left onto 160th Street
4.3 mi · 6 min · 160th Street
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Keep slight right to continue on 160th Street
2584 ft · 52 sec · 160th Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Marsh Avenue
4.5 mi · 8 min · Marsh Avenue
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Turn slight left onto State Street
1050 ft · 21 sec · State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Marshalltown and Liscomb.
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.
Marsh Avenue
Keep slight right to continue on Marsh Avenue
4.54 mi · 00h 08m
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 Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Liscomb.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Marshalltown to Liscomb?
The road trip is about 14.7 miles (23.6 km) and usually takes 00h 22m 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?
Albion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.3 miles from Marshalltown and 7.3 miles from Liscomb.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.9 miles (17.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 7:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.96 one way or $3.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Marshalltown and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny near Liscomb.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Marshalltown and Liscomb. Straight-line distance: 10.88 mi (17.51 km).
#1 Marshalltown
City in Marshal County, Iowa
| Population | 26,736 |
| Coordinates | 42.0494300, -92.9079800 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Liscomb
Human settlement in Marshall County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 296 |
| Coordinates | 42.1899900, -93.0038100 |
| Altitude | 308 |
| Country | United States |
End: Liscomb (-93.00381, 42.18999)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.96 | $3.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.21 | $4.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.42 | $4.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
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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