How far is Carlisle, IA from Ames, IA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Carlisle and Ames is 37.48 miles (60.32 km).

Flight distance from Carlisle, IA to Ames, IA is 37.48 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Carlisle, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 45.16 miles (72.68 km) by car.

Driving from Carlisle to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 45 minutes.

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#1 Carlisle

City in Warren and Polk counties in the U.S. state of Iowa

Population 4323
GPS Coordinates 41°30'3"N 93°29'28"W
Latitude 41.5008200
Longitude -93.4910500
Altitude 260
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Carlisle and Ames

The distance between Carlisle and Ames is 73 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 48 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 Carlisle and Ames. The current time is 04:09:39.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 30 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 07 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 54 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 45 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 38 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 36 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 33 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.03 liters (1.59 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Carlisle and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Carlisle to Ames is $5.24 (diesel $7.41).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $5.24 $5.73 $6.48 $7.41

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 29, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Carlisle and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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