How far is Vinton, IA from Marion, IA?
The driving distance from Vinton, IA to Marion, IA is about 33.1 miles (53.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.7 miles (38.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 17m 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 38m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Vinton and Marion.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vinton and Marion.
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Start on East 3rd Street
64 m · 12 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue
136 m · 17 sec · 1st Avenue
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Continue on 24th Avenue Drive
3.8 mi · 6 min · 24th Avenue Drive
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Turn straight onto 55th Street
6.4 mi · 9 min · 55th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 55th Street
46 m · 2 sec · 55th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto 55th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · 55th Street
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Take the ramp right
1418 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
17 mi · 18 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 100
1286 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left
802 ft · 20 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on IA 100
1460 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I-380 south, IA 27 south: Iowa City
564 ft · 17 sec
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Turn left onto I-380 north, IA 27 north, IA 100 east: Waterloo, Marion
3094 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Collins Road Northeast
1663 ft · 30 sec · Collins Road Northeast
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Keep slight right to continue on Collins Road Northeast
1.8 mi · 2 min · Collins Road Northeast
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
717 ft · 22 sec · 1st Avenue East
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Continue on Marion Boulevard
1 km · 1 min · Marion Boulevard
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Continue on 7th Avenue
1664 ft · 46 sec · 7th Avenue
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Turn left onto 6th Street
96 m · 18 sec · 6th Street
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Turn right onto 8th Avenue
1702 ft · 1 min · 8th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Vinton and Marion.
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.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
17 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.
Sunny leaving Vinton and Sunny near Marion.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Vinton to Marion?
The road trip is about 33.1 miles (53.2 km) and usually takes 00h 38m 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?
Center Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.8 miles from Vinton and 16.2 miles from Marion.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.7 miles (38.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.41 one way or $8.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Vinton and Sunny near Marion.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Vinton and Marion. Straight-line distance: 23.72 mi (38.18 km).
#1 Vinton
City in Iowa
| Population | 5,019 |
| Coordinates | 42.1686100, -92.0235100 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Marion
The county seat of Linn County, Iowa.
| Population | 40,780 |
| Coordinates | 42.0341700, -91.5976800 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: 8th Avenue (-91.59768, 42.03419)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.98 | $9.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.45 | $10.89 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.21 | $12.41 |
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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