How far is Ames, IA from Conrad, IA?
The driving distance from Ames, IA to Conrad, IA is about 54.7 miles (88.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.4 miles (65 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 11m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Marshall County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ames and Conrad.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ames and Conrad.
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Start on 13th Street
2.4 mi · 5 min · 13th Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 35 South: Des Moines
1641 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30 East: Nevada
1254 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
28 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 330: Albion, Melbourne
1915 ft · 49 sec
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Turn left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Marsh Avenue
5.9 mi · 8 min · Marsh Avenue
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Continue on South Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on 160th Street
4.3 mi · 6 min · 160th Street
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Turn left onto Sanford Avenue
7 mi · 10 min · Sanford Avenue
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Turn right onto 330th Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · 330th Street
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Continue on West Center Street
802 ft · 21 sec · West Center Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
23 m · 2 sec · North 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 Ames and Conrad.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 30 East
Merge slight left
28 mi · 00h 33m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Ames and Sunny near Conrad.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ames to Conrad?
The road trip is about 54.7 miles (88.1 km) and usually takes 01h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
State Center is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.3 miles from Ames and 27.4 miles from Conrad.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.4 miles (65 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.28 one way or $14.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ames and Sunny near Conrad.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ames and Conrad. Straight-line distance: 40.38 mi (64.99 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 Conrad
City in Grundy County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,067 |
| Coordinates | 42.2247100, -92.8746500 |
| Altitude | 306 |
| Country | United States |
End: Conrad (-92.87465, 42.22471)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.28 | $14.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.21 | $16.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.98 | $17.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.24 | $20.47 |
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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