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Marion Rest Area - Eastbound

I-40 Eastbound · ≈ MM 82 · Exit 81 (0.9 mi) · near Marion, North Carolina

Amenities

  • Restrooms
  • Picnic area

Not recorded: Accessible restrooms · Drinking water · Vending machines · Pet area · Playground · Truck parking · EV charging · Wi-Fi · Dump station · Visitor information · Scenic view

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Next Stops on I-40

Ahead · eastbound50 miI-40 Catawba Rest Area Eastbound MM 136I-40 · Exit 135 · Rest area
Behind · previous stop72 miNorth Carolina Welcome CenterI-40 · Exit 7 · Welcome center

Traveling westbound? McDowell County Rest Area is on the other side of I-40.

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About Marion Rest Area - Eastbound

Marion Rest Area - Eastbound is a rest area on I-40 eastbound in North Carolina, about 0.9 miles from Exit 81, at about mile 82. It has picnic tables and restrooms. The next rest area eastbound is I-40 Catawba Rest Area Eastbound MM 136, about 50 miles ahead.

It serves eastbound traffic only – if you're heading the other way, use McDowell County Rest Area on the opposite side of I-40.

It's one of 60 rest areas and welcome centers in North Carolina, 6 of which have truck parking. See all North Carolina rest areas on the state page.

The nearest truck stop is Pilot Travel Center near Marion, approx. 1.2 miles away.

Parking Rules

Unknown – check posted signs. We haven't verified North Carolina's overnight rule yet.

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FAQ

Does Marion Rest Area - Eastbound have truck parking?

Truck parking isn't recorded for Marion Rest Area - Eastbound. The nearest truck stop is Pilot Travel Center near Marion (approx. 1.2 mi).

What is the next rest area after Marion Rest Area - Eastbound on I-40 eastbound?

The next stop eastbound is I-40 Catawba Rest Area Eastbound MM 136, about 50 miles ahead near Exit 135. The previous one is North Carolina Welcome Center (72 miles back).

Where is Marion Rest Area - Eastbound located?

Marion Rest Area - Eastbound is on I-40 eastbound at about mile 82 near Exit 81, close to Marion, North Carolina. GPS coordinates: 35.63962, -82.01899.

Where do westbound drivers stop?

Yes – drivers heading westbound use McDowell County Rest Area on the other side of I-40. Rest areas on divided highways serve one direction, so check the direction before you navigate.