Grand Island to Newton, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

279.9 miles 450.4 km · straight line
349.8 miles estimated 563 km · driving distance
7h 2min estimated drive time
$34 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
77° ENE bearing direction

How far is Grand Island from Newton, Iowa?

The distance from Grand Island to Newton, Iowa is 279.9 miles (450.4 km) as the crow flies. Newton, Iowa is located ENE of Grand Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 349.8 miles, taking about 7h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Grand Island in Nebraska 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Grand Island 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.

How to Get from Grand Island to Newton, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 2min $34 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 26min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 41min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Grand Island & Newton, Iowa

Quick Facts

Grand Island
40.92°N, 98.34°W
America/Chicago
567m elevation
Newton, Iowa
41.70°N, 93.05°W
America/Chicago
290m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients