Iowa City to Newton, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

78.4 miles 126.1 km · straight line
97.9 miles estimated 157.6 km · driving distance
1h 58min estimated drive time
$9 - $12 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
272° W bearing direction

How far is Iowa City from Newton, Iowa?

The distance from Iowa City to Newton, Iowa is 78.4 miles (126.1 km) as the crow flies. Newton, Iowa is located W of Iowa City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 97.9 miles, taking about 1h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Iowa City 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 Iowa City to Newton, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 58min $9 - $12 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 22min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 52min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Iowa City & Newton, Iowa

Quick Facts

Iowa City
41.66°N, 91.53°W
America/Chicago
204m 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 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 317.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients