Origin
Marion, IA
Late night in Marion on Friday
Local time
12:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marion, IA to Independence, IA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
51m
Distance
39.3 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marion, IA
Joanna Bogacz
Independence, IA
Roger Ce
Trip Overview
The drive from Marion, IA to Independence, IA covers 39.3 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 10th Street, 7th Avenue, the route for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.14 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 39.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 51m drive with frequent turns across 39.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
10th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Marion, IA to Independence, IA is easy. At 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Marion, IA to Independence, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Street | — | — |
| 7th Avenue | — | — |
| the route | — | — |
| Marion Boulevard | — | — |
| 1st Avenue East | — | — |
| Collins Road Northeast | — | — |
| I-380 | — | — |
| I-380 north | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
10th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marion, IA and Independence, IA.
1
Start on 8th Avenue
446 ft
·
23 sec
·
8th Avenue
2
Turn left onto 10th Street
322 ft
·
13 sec
·
10th Street
3
Turn right onto 7th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
7th Avenue
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
102 ft
·
4 sec
·
the route
5
Exit the roundabout
131 ft
·
6 sec
6
Continue on 7th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
7th Avenue
7
Continue on Marion Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Marion Boulevard
8
Continue on 1st Avenue East
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
1st Avenue East
9
Turn right onto Collins Road Northeast
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Collins Road Northeast
10
Take the exit slight right toward I-380, IA 27: Iowa City, Waterloo
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I-380, IA 27: Iowa City, Waterloo
11
Keep slight right to continue on I-380 north, IA 27 north: Waterloo
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
I-380 north, IA 27 north: Waterloo
12
Keep slight left
285 ft
·
7 sec
13
Continue on I-380 south, IA 27 south: Waterloo
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I-380 south, IA 27 south: Waterloo
14
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
19 mi
·
20 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
15
Take the exit slight right toward IA 150: Independence, Vinton
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
IA 150: Independence, Vinton
16
Turn right onto 31st Avenue
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
31st Avenue
17
Continue on Jamestown Avenue
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Jamestown Avenue
18
Continue on 3rd Avenue Southeast
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
3rd Avenue Southeast
19
Turn right onto 1st Street East
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
1st Street East
20
Turn right onto 5th Avenue Southeast
43 ft
·
2 sec
·
5th Avenue Southeast
21
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.7 mi from Marion, IA · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.7 miles from Marion, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Independence, IA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Independence, IA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.14 one way
$12.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.75 | $13.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.56 | $15.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.68 | $17.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Independence, IA
Late night in Independence on Friday
Local time
12:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
21 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
51m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Marion, IA to Independence, IA covers 39.3 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 10th Street, 7th Avenue, the route. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.7 miles from Marion, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.14 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Marion, IA to Independence, IA is easy. At 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Marion, IA to Independence, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Marion, IA to Independence, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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