How far is Ankeny, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Ankeny and Ames is 21.09 miles (33.93 km).
Flight distance from Ankeny, IA to Ames, IA is 21.09 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Ankeny, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 25.38 miles (40.84 km) by car.
Driving from Ankeny to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 29 minutes.
#1 Ankeny
The most populous city in Polk County, Iowa. It is located on the Des Moines River in central Iowa. Ankeny is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Ankeny Historical Museum and the Ankeny Civic Center.
| Population | 70068 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°43'47"N 93°36'21"W |
| Latitude | 41.7297100 |
| Longitude | -93.6057700 |
| Altitude | 302 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Ames: 13th Street (-93.619967,42.034517)
Estimated Travel Time Between Ankeny and Ames
The distance between Ankeny and Ames is 41 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 27 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 Ankeny and Ames. The current time is 11:22:27.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.39 liters (0.9 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ankeny and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ankeny to Ames is $2.94 (diesel $4.16).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $2.94 | $3.22 | $3.64 | $4.16 |
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 Ankeny and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
