How far is Newport, IA from Letts, IA?
The driving distance from Newport, IA to Letts, IA is about 18.8 miles (30.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.8 miles (27 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport and Letts.
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Start on the route
16.3 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto County Highway 305
1.7 mi · 2 min · County Highway 305
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road X43
1279 ft · 26 sec · County Road X43
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Continue on Nebraska Street
1136 ft · 28 sec · Nebraska Street
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Turn left onto East Vine Street
752 ft · 17 sec · East Vine Street
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Turn right onto South Cherry Street
129 m · 19 sec · South Cherry Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Cherry Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Newport and Letts.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Start on the route
16.3 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Newport and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Letts.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Newport to Letts?
The road trip is about 18.8 miles (30.2 km) and usually takes 00h 24m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Wapello is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.4 miles from Newport and 9.4 miles from Letts.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.8 miles (27 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.49 one way or $4.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Newport and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Letts.
Stop Ideas Near Wapello
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wapello.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Newport and Letts. Straight-line distance: 16.78 mi (27.01 km).
#1 Newport
Newport is a place in Iowa, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.0889200, -91.1829300 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Letts
City in Louisa County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 373 |
| Coordinates | 41.3283600, -91.2371000 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Cherry Street (-91.237, 41.328361)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.49 | $4.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.81 | $5.61 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.07 | $6.14 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.50 | $7.00 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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