How far is Ames, IA from Boone, IA?
The driving distance from Ames, IA to Boone, IA is about 17.1 miles (27.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.5 miles (21.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 25m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Worth Township, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ames and Boone.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ames and Boone.
-
1
Start on 13th Street
36 m · 11 sec · 13th Street
-
2
Turn left onto Grand Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Grand Avenue
-
3
Continue on South Grand Avenue
1342 ft · 37 sec · South Grand Avenue
-
4
Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South 4th Street
-
5
Turn left onto University Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · University Boulevard
-
6
Take the ramp right toward US 30 west: Boone
1728 ft · 42 sec
-
7
Merge slight left
8.3 mi · 10 min
-
8
Turn slight right onto T Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · T Avenue
-
9
Turn left onto 210th Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · 210th Street
-
10
Continue on Mamie Eisenhower Avenue
2.4 mi · 4 min · Mamie Eisenhower Avenue
-
11
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mamie Eisenhower Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ames and Boone.
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.
US 30 west
Merge slight left
8.29 mi · 00h 10m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Ames and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Boone.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ames to Boone?
The road trip is about 17.1 miles (27.5 km) and usually takes 00h 25m 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?
Luther is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.6 miles from Ames and 8.6 miles from Boone.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.5 miles (21.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 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 7:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.60 one way or $5.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Ames and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Boone.
Stop Ideas Near Luther
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 Luther.
Osceola
Creston
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ames and Boone. Straight-line distance: 13.47 mi (21.67 km).
#1 Ames
The most populous city in Story County, Iowa.
| Population | 67,033 |
| Coordinates | 42.0347100, -93.6199400 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Boone
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 12,407 |
| Coordinates | 42.0597000, -93.8802300 |
| Altitude | 346 |
| Country | United States |
End: Boone (-93.88023, 42.0597)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.60 | $5.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.93 | $5.87 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.21 | $6.42 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.66 | $7.32 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Iowa · Apr 12, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.