Lawrence, Kansas to Marion, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

285.1 miles 458.8 km · straight line
356.4 miles estimated 573.5 km · driving distance
7h 10min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
41° NE bearing direction

How far is Lawrence, Kansas from Marion, Iowa?

The distance from Lawrence, Kansas to Marion, Iowa is 285.1 miles (458.8 km) as the crow flies. Marion, Iowa is located NE of Lawrence, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 356.4 miles, taking about 7h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas and Marion, Iowa 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 Lawrence, Kansas and Marion, Iowa. 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 Lawrence, Kansas to Marion, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 10min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 36min $29–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 49min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lawrence, Kansas & Marion, Iowa

Quick Facts

Lawrence, Kansas
38.97°N, 95.24°W
America/Chicago
263m elevation
Marion, Iowa
42.03°N, 91.60°W
America/Chicago
259m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients