Indianapolis to Marshalltown: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Indianapolis from Marshalltown?

The distance from Indianapolis to Marshalltown is 385.9 miles (621.1 km) as the crow flies. Marshalltown is located WNW of Indianapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 452.6 miles, taking about 8h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Indianapolis in Indiana and Marshalltown in Iowa.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Indianapolis and Marshalltown. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.