Marshalltown to Quincy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

165.6 miles 266.5 km · straight line
207 miles estimated 333.1 km · driving distance
4h 10min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
151° SSE bearing direction

How far is Marshalltown from Quincy?

The distance from Marshalltown to Quincy is 165.6 miles (266.5 km) as the crow flies. Quincy is located SSE of Marshalltown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 207 miles, taking about 4h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Marshalltown in Iowa and Quincy in Illinois.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Marshalltown and Quincy. 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 Quincy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 10min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 0min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 58min $25–$72* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Marshalltown & Quincy

Quick Facts

Marshalltown
42.05°N, 92.91°W
America/Chicago
287m elevation
Quincy
39.94°N, 91.41°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 150.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients