How far is Pittsburg, KS from Newton, KS?
The driving distance from Pittsburg, KS to Newton, KS is about 178.9 miles (287.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 150.8 miles (242.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 06m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Greenwood County, Kansas
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pittsburg and Newton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsburg and Newton.
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Start on North Broadway Street
20 m · 10 sec · North Broadway Street
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
1 mi · 2 min · West 4th Street
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Turn left
5.3 mi · 8 min
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Turn right
70.5 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
52 m · 2 sec · Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
61.6 mi · 1 hr 11 min · Clayton J. Connell Memorial Highway
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Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
7.3 mi · 9 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on East 7th Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · East 7th Avenue
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Continue on Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
10.6 mi · 13 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35, KS 96: Kansas Turnpike
1522 ft · 37 sec
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Continue straight
10.1 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 135 North, KS 96 West, US 81 North, KS 15 North: Salina, Hutchinson
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
17.5 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight left toward US 50 West, KS 15: Hutchinson
1.2 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward KS 15 North: Newton
1336 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto South Kansas Avenue
644 ft · 21 sec · South Kansas Avenue
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Turn straight onto Washington Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Washington Road
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Continue on South Main Street
2572 ft · 2 min · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pittsburg and Newton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Longest stretch
Turn right
70.5 mi · 01h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Pittsburg and Mostly Sunny near Newton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pittsburg to Newton?
The road trip is about 178.9 miles (287.9 km) and usually takes 03h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fall River is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.6 miles from Pittsburg and 84.3 miles from Newton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 150.8 miles (242.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.80 one way or $47.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Pittsburg and Mostly Sunny near Newton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pittsburg and Newton. Straight-line distance: 150.81 mi (242.7 km).
#1 Pittsburg
City in Crawford County, in southeastern Kansas, United States
| Population | 19,968 |
| Coordinates | 37.4108800, -94.7049600 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newton
City in Kansas
| Population | 18,744 |
| Coordinates | 38.0466800, -97.3450400 |
| Altitude | 441 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-97.345047, 38.046679)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 288 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $23.80 | $47.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.84 | $53.67 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.37 | $58.73 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.47 | $66.94 |
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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