How far is Marion, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Marion and Council Bluffs is 226.45 miles (364.44 km).
Flight distance from Marion, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is 226.45 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 30 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 27 minutes to travel from Marion to Council Bluffs with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Marion, Iowa to Council Bluffs, Iowa is: 249.64 miles (401.76 km) by car.
Driving from Marion to Council Bluffs will take approximately 03 hours 59 minutes.
#1 Marion
The county seat of Linn County, Iowa. It is located on the Iowa River in the central part of the state. Marion is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Marion Historical Society and the Marion Art Center.
| Population | 40780 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'3"N 91°35'52"W |
| Latitude | 42.0341700 |
| Longitude | -91.5976800 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Council Bluffs
The most populous city in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. It is located on the Missouri River in southwestern Iowa. Council Bluffs is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail and the Council Bluffs History Center.
| Population | 62216 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°15'43"N 95°51'39"W |
| Latitude | 41.2619400 |
| Longitude | -95.8608300 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Council Bluffs: West Broadway (-95.86083,41.261939)
Estimated Travel Time Between Marion and Council Bluffs
The distance between Marion and Council Bluffs is 402 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 27 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Marion and Council Bluffs. The current time is 00:55:30.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08 hours 19 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 14 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 59 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 09 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 33 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 19 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 06 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 33.35 liters (8.81 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Marion and Council Bluffs.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Marion to Council Bluffs is $28.94 (diesel $40.95).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $28.94 | $31.7 | $35.8 | $40.95 |
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The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Marion and Council Bluffs (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
