How far is Ames, IA from Bettendorf, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Ames and Bettendorf is 163.77 miles (263.56 km).
Flight distance from Ames, IA to Bettendorf, IA is 163.77 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 22 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 20 minutes to travel from Ames to Bettendorf with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Ames, Iowa to Bettendorf, Iowa is: 184.27 miles (296.55 km) by car.
Driving from Ames to Bettendorf will take approximately 02 hours 54 minutes.
#1 Ames
The most populous city in Story County, Iowa. It is located on the Des Moines River in central Iowa. Ames is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Iowa State University campus and the Ames Historical Society.
| Population | 67033 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'5"N 93°37'12"W |
| Latitude | 42.0347100 |
| Longitude | -93.6199400 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bettendorf
City in Scott County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 36665 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°31'28"N 90°30'56"W |
| Latitude | 41.5244800 |
| Longitude | -90.5156900 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Bettendorf: Gilbert Street (-90.515723,41.524401)
Estimated Travel Time Between Ames and Bettendorf
The distance between Ames and Bettendorf is 297 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 17 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Ames and Bettendorf. The current time is 03:35:29.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 08 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 36 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 41 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 04 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 37 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 27 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 17 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 24.61 liters (6.5 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ames and Bettendorf.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ames to Bettendorf is $21.36 (diesel $30.22).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $21.36 | $23.4 | $26.43 | $30.22 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Ames and Bettendorf (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
