How far is Rembrandt, IA from Marathon, IA?
The driving distance from Rembrandt, IA to Marathon, IA is about 11.9 miles (19.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.6 miles (15.5 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 18m.
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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Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rembrandt and Marathon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rembrandt and Marathon.
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Start on East Main Street
1089 ft · 30 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on 477th Street
2995 ft · 1 min · 477th Street
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Turn left onto 130th Avenue
1.8 mi · 2 min · 130th Avenue
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Turn right onto 460th Street
8.6 mi · 12 min · 460th Street
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Turn left onto South Agora
2758 ft · 1 min · South Agora
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Turn left onto South Agora Street
1151 ft · 43 sec · South Agora Street
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Turn left onto West Attica Street
26 m · 4 sec · West Attica Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Attica Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rembrandt and Marathon.
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.
460th Street
Turn right onto 460th Street
8.55 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Sunny leaving Rembrandt and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Marathon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rembrandt to Marathon?
The road trip is about 11.9 miles (19.1 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?
Sioux Rapids is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.9 miles from Rembrandt and 6 miles from Marathon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.6 miles (15.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.3 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 $1.58 one way or $3.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rembrandt and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Marathon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rembrandt and Marathon. Straight-line distance: 9.64 mi (15.52 km).
#1 Rembrandt
City in Buena Vista County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 195 |
| Coordinates | 42.8255300, -95.1663800 |
| Altitude | 407 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Marathon
City in Buena Vista County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 228 |
| Coordinates | 42.8616400, -94.9824900 |
| Altitude | 424 |
| Country | United States |
End: Marathon (-94.98249, 42.86164)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 19 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.58 | $3.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.79 | $3.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.95 | $3.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
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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