How far is Newport, IA from Morning Sun, IA?
The driving distance from Newport, IA to Morning Sun, IA is about 4.4 miles (7.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.9 miles (6.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 13m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 06m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Des Moines County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Newport and Morning Sun.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newport and Morning Sun.
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Start on the route
126 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 78
3.8 mi · 6 min · State Highway 78
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2236 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Division Street
584 ft · 28 sec · Division Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Washington Street
29 m · 10 sec · North Washington Street
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Continue on South Washington Street
9 m · 1 sec · South Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Newport and Morning Sun.
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.
State Highway 78
Turn right onto State Highway 78
3.8 mi · 00h 06m
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 Morning Sun.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Newport to Morning Sun?
The road trip is about 4.4 miles (7.1 km) and usually takes 00h 06m 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?
Mediapolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.2 miles from Newport and 2.2 miles from Morning Sun.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.9 miles (6.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 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 8:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.60 one way or $1.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.4 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 Morning Sun.
Stop Ideas Near Mediapolis
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 Mediapolis.
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Mount Pleasant
Fort Madison station
Galesburg station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Newport and Morning Sun. Straight-line distance: 3.92 mi (6.31 km).
#1 Newport
Newport is a place in Iowa, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.0889200, -91.1829300 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Morning Sun
City in Louisa County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 781 |
| Coordinates | 41.0961400, -91.2576500 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Washington Street (-91.257649, 41.096159)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 7 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $0.60 | $1.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.68 | $1.36 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $0.74 | $1.49 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $0.85 | $1.70 |
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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