How far is Ames, IA from Hiawatha, IA?
The driving distance from Ames, IA to Hiawatha, IA is about 106.8 miles (171.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.4 miles (160 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 18m 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 02h 09m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ames and Hiawatha.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ames and Hiawatha.
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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
92.6 mi · 1 hr 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 100 East: Cedar Rapids, Marion
1.6 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
6.6 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Edgewood Road
1454 ft · 36 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Edgewood Road
705 ft · 20 sec
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Turn left onto Edgewood Road Northeast
2120 ft · 51 sec · Edgewood Road Northeast
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Turn right onto Blairs Ferry Road Northeast
1.5 km · 2 min · Blairs Ferry Road Northeast
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Turn left onto 10th Avenue
120 m · 13 sec · 10th Avenue
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Turn right onto Heefner Street
63 m · 9 sec · Heefner Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Heefner Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ames and Hiawatha.
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
92.6 mi · 01h 47m
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 Hiawatha.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ames to Hiawatha?
The road trip is about 106.8 miles (171.8 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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?
Toledo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 53.3 miles from Ames and 53.5 miles from Hiawatha.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.4 miles (160 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.22 one way or $28.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ames and Sunny near Hiawatha.
Stop Ideas Near Toledo
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 Toledo.
Ottumwa station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ames and Hiawatha. Straight-line distance: 99.44 mi (160.04 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 Hiawatha
City in Iowa
| Population | 7,466 |
| Coordinates | 42.0358300, -91.6821200 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hiawatha (-91.68212, 42.03583)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 172 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $14.22 | $28.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.03 | $32.07 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.55 | $35.09 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.00 | $39.99 |
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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