How far is Ames, IA from Logan, IA?
The driving distance from Ames, IA to Logan, IA is about 130.6 miles (210.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.9 miles (184.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 08m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 04m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Carroll 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 Logan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ames and Logan.
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Start on 13th Street
36 m · 11 sec · 13th Street
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Turn left onto Grand Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Grand Avenue
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Continue on South Grand Avenue
1342 ft · 37 sec · South Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South 4th Street
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Turn left onto University Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · University Boulevard
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Take the ramp right toward US 30 west: Boone
1728 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
62.2 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Continue on US 30
29.8 mi · 45 min · US 30
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Keep slight left to continue on US 30 West, US 59 South, IA 141 East: Dunlap, Harlan
2116 ft · 46 sec
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Turn slight right onto US 30 West: Dunlap
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
32.4 mi · 47 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 7th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ames and Logan.
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 west
Merge slight left
62.2 mi · 01h 21m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Ames and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Logan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ames to Logan?
The road trip is about 130.6 miles (210.1 km) and usually takes 03h 04m 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?
Carroll is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.2 miles from Ames and 65.4 miles from Logan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.9 miles (184.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 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 10:52 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.38 one way or $34.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41 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 Logan.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ames and Logan. Straight-line distance: 114.88 mi (184.88 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 Logan
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,403 |
| Coordinates | 41.6430500, -95.7889000 |
| Altitude | 331 |
| Country | United States |
End: Logan (-95.7889, 41.64305)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 210 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $17.38 | $34.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.61 | $39.21 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.45 | $42.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.45 | $48.90 |
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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