How far is Ames, IA from Guttenberg, IA?
The driving distance from Ames, IA to Guttenberg, IA is about 183 miles (294.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.6 miles (223.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 18m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 39m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ames and Guttenberg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ames and Guttenberg.
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Start on 13th Street
2.7 mi · 5 min · 13th Street
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Turn left onto I 35 North: Minneapolis
28.6 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 East: Waterloo
2998 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
71.7 mi · 1 hr 23 min
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Keep slight left
55.4 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 136, US 52 North: Dyersville, Cascade
2268 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto 9th Street Southeast
1.6 km · 2 min · 9th Street Southeast
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Continue on 11th Street Southeast
969 ft · 16 sec · 11th Street Southeast
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Continue on 11th Street Northeast
1.2 km · 1 min · 11th Street Northeast
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Continue on US 52
3.7 mi · 5 min · US 52
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Continue on Columbus Street
2936 ft · 50 sec · Columbus Street
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Continue on US 52
3.9 mi · 5 min · US 52
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Continue on South Andres Street
12.4 mi · 17 min · South Andres Street
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Continue on South 5th Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · South 5th Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
539 ft · 21 sec · Main Street
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Turn left
24 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ames and Guttenberg.
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 20 East
Merge slight left
71.7 mi · 01h 23m
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.
Sunny leaving Ames and Sunny near Guttenberg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ames to Guttenberg?
The road trip is about 183 miles (294.5 km) and usually takes 03h 39m 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?
Hudson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.3 miles from Ames and 91.7 miles from Guttenberg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 138.6 miles (223.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.4 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 9:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.36 one way or $48.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ames and Sunny near Guttenberg.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ames and Guttenberg. Straight-line distance: 138.65 mi (223.13 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 Guttenberg
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 1,783 |
| Coordinates | 42.7858200, -91.0995700 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Guttenberg (-91.09957, 42.78582)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 294 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $24.36 | $48.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.47 | $54.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.06 | $60.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.26 | $68.53 |
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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