Newton, Iowa to Ottumwa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

57.4 miles 92.4 km · straight line
74.6 miles estimated 120.1 km · driving distance
1h 30min estimated drive time
$7 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
145° SE bearing direction

How far is Newton, Iowa from Ottumwa?

The distance from Newton, Iowa to Ottumwa is 57.4 miles (92.4 km) as the crow flies. Ottumwa is located SE of Newton, Iowa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 74.6 miles, taking about 1h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Newton, Iowa and Ottumwa. 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 Newton, Iowa to Ottumwa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 30min $7 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 48min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Newton, Iowa & Ottumwa

Quick Facts

Newton, Iowa
41.70°N, 93.05°W
America/Chicago
290m elevation
Ottumwa
41.02°N, 92.41°W
America/Chicago
205m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 433.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients