Columbia, Missouri to Newton, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Columbia, Missouri from Newton, Iowa?

The distance from Columbia, Missouri to Newton, Iowa is 193.6 miles (311.5 km) as the crow flies. Newton, Iowa is located N of Columbia, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 242 miles, taking about 4h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, Missouri in Missouri and Newton, Iowa in Iowa.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Columbia, Missouri and Newton, Iowa. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.