How far is Ames, IA from New Hampton, IA?
The driving distance from Ames, IA to New Hampton, IA is about 135.5 miles (218 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97 miles (156.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 25m 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 42m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Cerro Gordo 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 New Hampton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ames and New Hampton.
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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
76.4 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 18 East, IA 27 South: Mason City, Charles City
1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
32.9 mi · 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 218 Business, CR B35: Charles City
1513 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto 185th Street
1559 ft · 24 sec · 185th Street
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Turn straight onto Gilbert Street
2.5 mi · 5 min · Gilbert Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1198 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Clark Street
1319 ft · 34 sec · Clark Street
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Turn left onto Brantingham Street
759 ft · 24 sec · Brantingham Street
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Continue on 4th Avenue
1 km · 2 min · 4th Avenue
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Continue on 5th Avenue
1761 ft · 50 sec · 5th Avenue
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Continue on 200th Avenue
5 mi · 7 min · 200th Avenue
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Continue on 200th Street
11 mi · 15 min · 200th Street
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Turn right onto Kenwood Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Kenwood Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 210th Street
1801 ft · 36 sec · 210th Street
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Continue on West Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Linn Avenue
16 m · 1 sec · South Linn Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Linn Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ames and New Hampton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 35 North
Turn left onto I 35 North: Minneapolis
76.4 mi · 01h 22m
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.
Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Ames and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near New Hampton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ames to New Hampton?
The road trip is about 135.5 miles (218 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?
Thornton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.7 miles from Ames and 67.8 miles from New Hampton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97 miles (156.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.5 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 1:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.03 one way or $36.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Ames and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near New Hampton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ames and New Hampton. Straight-line distance: 96.97 mi (156.06 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 New Hampton
City in Iowa
| Population | 3,382 |
| Coordinates | 43.0591400, -92.3176800 |
| Altitude | 353 |
| Country | United States |
End: New Hampton (-92.31768, 43.05914)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 218 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $18.03 | $36.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.33 | $40.66 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.25 | $44.49 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.35 | $50.71 |
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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