How far is Bedford, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Bedford and Ames is 110.43 miles (177.71 km).
Flight distance from Bedford, IA to Ames, IA is 110.43 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 18 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 16 minutes to travel from Bedford to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Bedford, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 153.74 miles (247.43 km) by car.
Driving from Bedford to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 31 minutes.
#1 Bedford
Town in Taylor County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1380 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°40'1"N 94°43'17"W |
| Latitude | 40.6669300 |
| Longitude | -94.7213600 |
| Altitude | 344 |
| 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 Bedford and Ames
The distance between Bedford and Ames is 247 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 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 Bedford and Ames. The current time is 02:32:32.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 07 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 50 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 04 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 33 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 11 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 55 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 20.54 liters (5.43 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Bedford and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Bedford to Ames is $17.82 (diesel $25.22).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $17.82 | $19.52 | $22.05 | $25.22 |
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 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Bedford and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
