How far is Ames, IA from Marion, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Ames and Marion is 103.78 miles (167.01 km).
Flight distance from Ames, IA to Marion, IA is 103.78 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 12 minutes to travel from Ames to Marion with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Ames, Iowa to Marion, Iowa is: 110.84 miles (178.37 km) by car.
Driving from Ames to Marion will take approximately 01 hours 52 minutes.
#1 Ames
The most populous city in Story County, Iowa. It is located on the Des Moines River in central Iowa. Ames is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Iowa State University campus and the Ames Historical Society.
| Population | 67033 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'5"N 93°37'12"W |
| Latitude | 42.0347100 |
| Longitude | -93.6199400 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Marion
The county seat of Linn County, Iowa. It is located on the Iowa River in the central part of the state. Marion is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Marion Historical Society and the Marion Art Center.
| Population | 40780 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'3"N 91°35'52"W |
| Latitude | 42.0341700 |
| Longitude | -91.5976800 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Marion: 8th Avenue (-91.59768,42.03419)
Estimated Travel Time Between Ames and Marion
The distance between Ames and Marion is 178 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 58 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Ames and Marion. The current time is 06:04:38.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 41 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 46 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 12 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 50 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 35 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 28 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.8 liters (3.91 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ames and Marion.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ames to Marion is $12.85 (diesel $18.18).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $12.85 | $14.07 | $15.89 | $18.18 |
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The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Ames and Marion (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
