How far is Central City, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Central City and Ames is 108.05 miles (173.88 km).
Flight distance from Central City, IA to Ames, IA is 108.05 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 15 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 14 minutes to travel from Central City to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Central City, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 130.27 miles (209.64 km) by car.
Driving from Central City to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 10 minutes.
#1 Central City
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 1296 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°12'14"N 91°31'27"W |
| Latitude | 42.2038800 |
| Longitude | -91.5240600 |
| Altitude | 254 |
| 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 Central City and Ames
The distance between Central City and Ames is 210 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 19 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 Central City and Ames. The current time is 03:03:57.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 20 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 15 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 36 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 10 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 51 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 17.4 liters (4.6 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Central City and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Central City to Ames is $15.1 (diesel $21.37).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $15.1 | $16.54 | $18.68 | $21.37 |
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 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Central City and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
