How far is Ames, IA from West Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Ames and West Des Moines is 31.96 miles (51.43 km).
Flight distance from Ames, IA to West Des Moines, IA is 31.96 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Ames, Iowa to West Des Moines, Iowa is: 41.16 miles (66.24 km) by car.
Driving from Ames to West Des Moines will take approximately 00 hours 43 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 West Des Moines
The most populous city in Dallas County, Iowa. It is located in the Des Moines metropolitan area. West Des Moines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and the Adventureland Park.
| Population | 69057 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°34'38"N 93°42'41"W |
| Latitude | 41.5772100 |
| Longitude | -93.7113300 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in West Des Moines: Vine Street (-93.71133,41.577301)
Estimated Travel Time Between Ames and West Des Moines
The distance between Ames and West Des Moines is 66 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 44 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 West Des Moines. The current time is 03:58:18.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.5 liters (1.45 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ames and West Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ames to West Des Moines is $4.77 (diesel $6.75).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $4.77 | $5.23 | $5.9 | $6.75 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Ames and West Des Moines (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
