How far is Centerville, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Centerville and Ames is 16.68 miles (26.84 km).
Flight distance from Centerville, IA to Ames, IA is 16.68 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Centerville, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 22.04 miles (35.47 km) by car.
Driving from Centerville to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 32 minutes.
#1 Centerville
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°5'34"N 93°56'8"W |
| Latitude | 42.0927600 |
| Longitude | -93.9355100 |
| Altitude | 279 |
| 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 Centerville and Ames
The distance between Centerville and Ames is 35 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 23 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 Centerville and Ames. The current time is 12:25:43.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.94 liters (0.78 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Centerville and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Centerville to Ames is $2.56 (diesel $3.62).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $2.56 | $2.8 | $3.16 | $3.62 |
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 December 26, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Centerville and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
