Blue Springs to Marshalltown: Road Trip Guide & Distance

221.6 miles 356.6 km · straight line
277 miles estimated 445.8 km · driving distance
5h 34min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
19° NNE bearing direction

How far is Blue Springs from Marshalltown?

The distance from Blue Springs to Marshalltown is 221.6 miles (356.6 km) as the crow flies. Marshalltown is located NNE of Blue Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 277 miles, taking about 5h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Blue Springs in Missouri and Marshalltown in Iowa.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Blue Springs and Marshalltown. 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 Blue Springs to Marshalltown

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 34min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 41min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 17min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Blue Springs & Marshalltown

Quick Facts

Blue Springs
39.02°N, 94.28°W
America/Chicago
297m elevation
Marshalltown
42.05°N, 92.91°W
America/Chicago
287m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients