Marshalltown to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

203.1 miles 326.9 km · straight line
253.9 miles estimated 408.6 km · driving distance
5h 6min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
355° N bearing direction

How far is Marshalltown from Minneapolis?

The distance from Marshalltown to Minneapolis is 203.1 miles (326.9 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located N of Marshalltown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 253.9 miles, taking about 5h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Marshalltown in Iowa and Minneapolis in Minnesota.

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 Marshalltown and Minneapolis. 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 Marshalltown to Minneapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 6min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 7min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 51min $30–$89* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Marshalltown & Minneapolis

Quick Facts

Marshalltown
42.05°N, 92.91°W
America/Chicago
287m elevation
Minneapolis
44.98°N, 93.27°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 68 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 122.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients