Marion travel guide

Marion Tourism | Marion Guide

You're Going to Love Marion

With a population of 12,345, Marion is a must-see destination in Arkansas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Marion to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Marion

Marion in August
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marion in August
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Marion

Plane

Although Marion doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Memphis Airport (MEM), which is located 17 miles from Marion. Memphis Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Marion departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 09m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Marion. The train journey from Marion to New Orleans takes 8h 35m and costs around $58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $100 for a 10h 22m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Marion is to pick up a car rental from Memphis, which is about 9 miles from Marion. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Dollar, among others, in Memphis.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Marion. From Nashville, the bus ride to Marion takes 235 miles and will cost you around $103. From Atlanta, the ticket costs about $120 for a journey of 465 miles.

Plane

Although Marion doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Memphis Airport (MEM), which is located 17 miles from Marion. Memphis Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Marion departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 09m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Marion. The train journey from Marion to New Orleans takes 8h 35m and costs around $58 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $100 for a 10h 22m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Marion is to pick up a car rental from Memphis, which is about 9 miles from Marion. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Dollar, among others, in Memphis.

Bus

Greyhound operates bus routes to Marion. From Nashville, the bus ride to Marion takes 235 miles and will cost you around $103. From Atlanta, the ticket costs about $120 for a journey of 465 miles.

Airports near Marion

Airlines serving Marion

Lufthansa
Good (7,183 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,350 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,842 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,833 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,550 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (830 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,900 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,240 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,096 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,424 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,190 reviews)
Frontier
Good (3,579 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (832 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,036 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,450 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,980 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (2,032 reviews)
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Where to stay in Marion

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn Marion and Hampton Inn Marion.

Where to stay in popular areas of Marion

Most booked hotels in Marion

Hampton Inn Marion
2 stars
Excellent (9, 121 reviews)
$174+
Best Western Plus Executive Residency Marion
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 237 reviews)
$172+
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Memphis Marion, AR
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 104 reviews)
$157+
Radisson Hotel West Memphis
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1055 reviews)
$114+
Express Inn West Memphis
2 stars
Excellent (8, 1 review)
$45+
Comfort Inn Marion
2 stars
Good (6.7, 257 reviews)
$107+

Renting a car in Marion

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Marion (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in Marion is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Marion (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in Marion is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.