Origin
Keokuk, IA
Morning in Keokuk on Sunday
Local time
9:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Keokuk, IA to New Boston, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
19m
Distance
14 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Keokuk, IA
Egor Komarov
New Boston, IA
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Keokuk to New Boston is 14 miles and takes about 19 minutes via US 61, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Iowa. It's a straightforward drive that's perfect for a quick hop between towns. Given its brevity, you won't need extensive planning, making it ideal for spontaneous travel or as a brief leg on a longer journey. Consider this route when you need a simple, direct connection between these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 61 | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| US 218 | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| 277th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 61
— 5.6 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Keokuk, IA and New Boston, IA.
1
Start on US 136
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on US 61; US 218
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
US 61; US 218
3
Turn left onto US 218
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
US 218
4
Turn right onto 277th Street
281 ft
·
12 sec
·
277th Street
5
Arrive at destination
277th Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 9.1 and 13.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
9.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 218
Turn left onto US 218
Navigation decision point
4
13.9 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
277th Street
Turn right onto 277th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.19 one way
$4.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.40 | $4.81 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.69 | $5.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.09 | $6.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
New Boston, IA
Morning in New Boston on Sunday
Local time
9:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
19m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with about 75% of the journey on major roads. You'll spend most of your time on US 61 and US 218, experiencing a consistent highway feel. The longest stretch without a significant turn or exit is approximately 5.6 miles on US 61. The route transitions from these main highways onto Main Street as you approach your destination. Expect a practical, efficient driving experience rather than a winding scenic tour.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.6 mi on US 61.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 61 and US 218. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in near US 218.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Keokuk, IA to New Boston, IA is easy. At 19m with 75% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles (US 218): Navigation decision point; at 13.9 miles (277th Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 14 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.6 miles on US 61. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles (US 218): Navigation decision point; at 13.9 miles (277th Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Boston, IA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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