Columbia, Missouri to Marshalltown: Road Trip Guide & Distance

216.1 miles 347.8 km · straight line
270.2 miles estimated 434.8 km · driving distance
5h 26min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
352° N bearing direction

How far is Columbia, Missouri from Marshalltown?

The distance from Columbia, Missouri to Marshalltown is 216.1 miles (347.8 km) as the crow flies. Marshalltown is located N of Columbia, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 270.2 miles, taking about 5h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Missouri 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbia, Missouri 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 Columbia, Missouri to Marshalltown

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 26min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 31min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 10min $32–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbia, Missouri & Marshalltown

Quick Facts

Columbia, Missouri
38.95°N, 92.33°W
America/Chicago
215m 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 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 115.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients