ZIP Code 79842: Marathon, TX
Marathon in Brewster County, Texas uses ZIP code 79842. Its reference point is at latitude 30.1886 and longitude -103.2214 (30°11'19.0"N 103°13'17.0"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 79842
Texas has 2,742 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 79830 in Alpine, about 26 mi to the west.
| ZIP code | 79842 |
|---|---|
| Place | Marathon |
| County | Brewster County |
| State | Texas |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 30.1886 |
| Longitude | -103.2214 |
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Map of ZIP Code 79842
Map centred on 30.1886, -103.2214. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Marathon, Texas
ZIP Codes Near 79842
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 79842, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 79842, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Alpine – 27 mi west
- Sanderson – 49 mi east
- Fort Davis – 52 mi northwest
- Marfa – 52 mi west
- Fort Stockton – 53 mi northeast
- Balmorhea – 62 mi northwest
- Big Bend National Park – 62 mi south
- Terlingua – 64 mi south
- Saragosa – 64 mi northwest
- Dryden – 67 mi east
- Redford – 68 mi southwest
- Shafter – 72 mi west
Schools Near Marathon
School places are usually allocated by home address, so families living around ZIP code 79842 should confirm their catchment school with the local education authority for Marathon, Brewster County.
Looking at nearby areas such as Alpine, Sanderson and Fort Davis widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, playgrounds and walking trails around Marathon are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centred on ZIP code 79842.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Marathon can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Alpine, Sanderson and Fort Davis.
Shopping and Dining in Marathon
Restaurants, supermarkets and shopping centres in and around Marathon are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current opening hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Marathon, Texas can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Brewster County along with the name Marathon.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 79842, Alpine lies about 26 mi to the west, Sanderson lies about 49 mi to the east, Fort Davis lies about 52 mi to the northwest, Marfa lies about 52 mi to the west and Fort Stockton lies about 53 mi to the northeast in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Marathon show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 79842
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Union Pacific X844 at Marathon Tx - panoramio”): Lobster1, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Marathon Uplift-Ouachita Orogen shaded relief”): Kbh3rd, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 79842 comes from GeoNames and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service (USPS).