How far is Ames, IA from Panora, IA?
The driving distance from Ames, IA to Panora, IA is about 64.6 miles (104 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45 miles (72.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 57m 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 01h 28m.
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
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City in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ames and Panora.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ames and Panora.
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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
19.9 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right
2260 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto H Avenue
11.6 mi · 16 min · H Avenue
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Continue on N Avenue
1.8 mi · 2 min · N Avenue
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Take the exit right toward IA 141 west: Perry
1899 ft · 52 sec
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Turn straight onto Northwest Granger Drive
1052 ft · 14 sec · Northwest Granger Drive
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Continue on George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
16.8 mi · 23 min · George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
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Turn slight left onto 120th Street
1537 ft · 31 sec · 120th Street
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Turn left onto State Highway 4
9.3 mi · 13 min · State Highway 4
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Continue on Northeast 3rd Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Northeast 3rd Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
141 m · 8 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ames and Panora.
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
19.9 mi · 00h 24m
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 then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ames and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Panora.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ames to Panora?
The road trip is about 64.6 miles (104 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Bouton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.2 miles from Ames and 32.3 miles from Panora.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45 miles (72.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.6 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 3:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.60 one way or $17.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Ames and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Panora.
Stop Ideas Near Bouton
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 Bouton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ames and Panora. Straight-line distance: 44.99 mi (72.4 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 Panora
City in Guthrie County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,066 |
| Coordinates | 41.6916500, -94.3630200 |
| Altitude | 328 |
| Country | United States |
End: Panora (-94.36302, 41.69165)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 104 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.60 | $17.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.70 | $19.39 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.61 | $21.22 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.09 | $24.19 |
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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