Hays to Newton, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hays from Newton, Iowa?

The distance from Hays to Newton, Iowa is 383.9 miles (617.8 km) as the crow flies. Newton, Iowa is located ENE of Hays. By car, the driving distance is approximately 460.7 miles, taking about 9h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Hays in Kansas and Newton, Iowa in Iowa.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Hays 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.