Lee's Summit to Newton, Iowa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lee's Summit from Newton, Iowa?

The distance from Lee's Summit to Newton, Iowa is 205.1 miles (330.1 km) as the crow flies. Newton, Iowa is located NNE of Lee's Summit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 256.4 miles, taking about 5h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Lee's Summit 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. 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 Lee's Summit 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.