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

205.9 miles 331.3 km · straight line
257.3 miles estimated 414.1 km · driving distance
5h 11min estimated drive time
$25 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
165° SSE bearing direction

How far is Grand Island from Newton, Kansas?

The distance from Grand Island to Newton, Kansas is 205.9 miles (331.3 km) as the crow flies. Newton, Kansas is located SSE of Grand Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 257.3 miles, taking about 5h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Grand Island in Nebraska and Newton, Kansas in Kansas.

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, Kansas. 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, Kansas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 11min $25 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 13min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 55min $31–$90* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Grand Island & Newton, Kansas

Quick Facts

Grand Island
40.92°N, 98.34°W
America/Chicago
567m elevation
Newton, Kansas
38.05°N, 97.34°W
America/Chicago
441m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 69 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 121 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients