How far is Storm Lake, IA from Marathon, IA?
The driving distance from Storm Lake, IA to Marathon, IA is about 27.8 miles (44.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.1 miles (30.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 11m 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 35m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Buena Vista County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Snow Showers then Sunny
Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Storm Lake and Marathon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Storm Lake and Marathon.
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Start on Grand Avenue
1225 ft · 54 sec · Grand Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West 5th Street
976 ft · 33 sec · West 5th Street
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Turn left onto Otsego Street
1090 ft · 50 sec · Otsego Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Milwaukee Avenue
1445 ft · 44 sec · West Milwaukee Avenue
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Turn left onto North Lake Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · North Lake Avenue
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Turn right onto 590th Street
2.5 mi · 4 min · 590th Street
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Turn left onto 130th Avenue
13 mi · 18 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 Storm Lake 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.
130th Avenue
Turn left onto 130th Avenue
13 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Sunny leaving Storm Lake 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 Storm Lake to Marathon?
The road trip is about 27.8 miles (44.7 km) and usually takes 00h 35m 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?
Rembrandt is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.4 miles from Storm Lake and 14.4 miles from Marathon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.1 miles (30.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.7 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 7:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.70 one way or $7.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers then Sunny around Storm Lake and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Marathon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Storm Lake and Marathon. Straight-line distance: 19.11 mi (30.75 km).
#1 Storm Lake
City in Iowa
| Population | 10,438 |
| Coordinates | 42.6410900, -95.2097200 |
| Altitude | 433 |
| 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: West Attica Street (-94.982493, 42.861535)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 45 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.70 | $7.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.17 | $8.34 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.56 | $9.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.20 | $10.40 |
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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