Newton, Kansas to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

867.7 miles 1396.4 km · straight line
1050.1 miles actual route 1690 km · driving distance
19h 18min estimated drive time
$101 - $124 estimated fuel cost
~2h 15min flight time
246° WSW bearing direction

How far is Newton, Kansas from Tucson?

The distance from Newton, Kansas to Tucson is 867.7 miles (1396.4 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located WSW of Newton, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1050.1 miles, taking about 19h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 15min. Both are located in United States — Newton, Kansas in Kansas and Tucson in Arizona.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Newton, Kansas and Tucson. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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, Kansas to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 18min $101 - $124 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~23h 10min $84–$158* Budget
Train ~25h 5min $126–$368* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newton, Kansas & Tucson

Quick Facts

Newton, Kansas
38.05°N, 97.34°W
America/Chicago
441m elevation
Tucson
32.22°N, 110.97°W
America/Phoenix
728m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 289 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 72 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 28.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM