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

100.8 miles 162.2 km · straight line
126 miles estimated 202.8 km · driving distance
2h 32min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
176° S bearing direction

How far is Mason City from Newton, Iowa?

The distance from Mason City to Newton, Iowa is 100.8 miles (162.2 km) as the crow flies. Newton, Iowa is located S of Mason City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 126 miles, taking about 2h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Mason 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 Mason City to Newton, Iowa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 32min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 2min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 24min $15–$44* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mason City & Newton, Iowa

Quick Facts

Mason City
43.15°N, 93.20°W
America/Chicago
344m 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 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 247.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients