Origin
Marshalltown, IA
Afternoon in Marshalltown on Thursday
Local time
3:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marshalltown, IA to Coralville, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 47m
Distance
88.9 mi
143 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 40m
★
6 AM
1h 48m
8 AM
2h 4m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 52m
3 PM
1h 54m
5 PM
2h 3m
8 PM
1h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marshalltown, IA
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Coralville, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Marshalltown, IA to Coralville, IA covers 88.9 miles and takes about 1h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Anson Street, South Center Street, Lincoln Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.90 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.4 miles from Marshalltown, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 47m. Total distance: 88.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 47m drive with frequent turns across 88.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Anson 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 Marshalltown, IA to Coralville, IA is easy. At 1h 47m 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 Marshalltown, IA to Coralville, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Anson Street | — | — |
| South Center Street | — | — |
| Lincoln Highway | — | — |
| 73rd Street | — | — |
| I 380 South | — | — |
| Avenue of the Saints | — | — |
| North Liberty | — | — |
| West Forevergreen Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Anson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marshalltown, IA and Coralville, IA.
1
Start on North 3rd Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North 3rd Avenue
2
Turn right onto East Anson Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Anson Street
3
Turn left onto South Center Street
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
South Center Street
4
Take the ramp left
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
5
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
31 mi
·
36 min
·
Lincoln Highway
6
Continue on 73rd Street
33 mi
·
38 min
·
73rd Street
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 380 South, US 218 South, IA 27 South: Iowa City, Airport
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 380 South, US 218 South, IA 27 South: Iowa City, Airport
8
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
9
Take the exit slight right toward North Liberty
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
North Liberty
10
Turn right onto West Forevergreen Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
West Forevergreen Road
11
Turn left onto Jasper Avenue Northwest
131 ft
·
5 sec
·
Jasper Avenue Northwest
12
Turn right onto Forevergreen Road
456 ft
·
9 sec
·
Forevergreen Road
13
Turn left onto North Park Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Park Road
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Marengo Road
256 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Marengo Road
15
Exit the roundabout onto East Marengo Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
East Marengo Road
16
Continue on 2nd Street
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
2nd Street
17
Turn left onto 12th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
12th Avenue
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.4 miles from Marshalltown, IA, or about 54m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 20 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.4 miles or 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coralville, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Marshalltown, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Marshalltown, IA
This is one driving day of about 88.9 miles and 1h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Marshalltown, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.4 mi from Marshalltown, IA · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.4 miles from Marshalltown, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Coralville, IA
The final approach into Coralville, IA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.90 one way
$27.80 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.26 | $30.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.11 | $34.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.63 | $39.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.33 | $4.27 |
| Efficient EV | 22.2 | 0 | $7.78 | $3.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.45 | $5.69 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Coralville, IA
Afternoon in Coralville on Thursday
Local time
3:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Vinton, IA
44 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 47m 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 Marshalltown, IA to Coralville, IA covers 88.9 miles and takes about 1h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Anson Street, South Center Street, Lincoln Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.4 miles from Marshalltown, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.90 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 Marshalltown, IA to Coralville, IA is easy. At 1h 47m 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 Marshalltown, IA to Coralville, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Marshalltown, IA to Coralville, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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