Altoona to Marion, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

248.5 miles 400 km · straight line
310.7 miles estimated 500 km · driving distance
6h 15min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
273° W bearing direction

How far is Altoona from Marion, Ohio?

The distance from Altoona to Marion, Ohio is 248.5 miles (400 km) as the crow flies. Marion, Ohio is located W of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 310.7 miles, taking about 6h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and Marion, Ohio in Ohio.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Altoona and Marion, Ohio. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Altoona to Marion, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 15min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 30min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 56min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Altoona & Marion, Ohio

Quick Facts

Altoona
40.52°N, 78.39°W
America/New_York
355m elevation
Marion, Ohio
40.59°N, 83.13°W
America/New_York
299m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients