How far is Belle Plaine, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Belle Plaine and Ames is 69.58 miles (111.98 km).
Flight distance from Belle Plaine, IA to Ames, IA is 69.58 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Belle Plaine to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Belle Plaine, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 76.19 miles (122.62 km) by car.
Driving from Belle Plaine to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 16 minutes.
#1 Belle Plaine
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 2417 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°53'49"N 92°16'42"W |
| Latitude | 41.8969400 |
| Longitude | -92.2782400 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| 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 Belle Plaine and Ames
The distance between Belle Plaine and Ames is 123 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 21 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 Belle Plaine and Ames. The current time is 02:10:14.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 32 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 54 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 31 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 16 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 00 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 57 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 10.18 liters (2.69 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Belle Plaine and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Belle Plaine to Ames is $8.83 (diesel $12.5).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $8.83 | $9.67 | $10.93 | $12.5 |
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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Belle Plaine and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
