How far is Clarion, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Clarion and Ames is 48.5 miles (78.05 km).
Flight distance from Clarion, IA to Ames, IA is 48.5 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Clarion, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 54.04 miles (86.98 km) by car.
Driving from Clarion to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 01 minutes.
#1 Clarion
City in Iowa
| Population | 2678 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°43'54"N 93°43'59"W |
| Latitude | 42.7316400 |
| Longitude | -93.7329900 |
| Altitude | 357 |
| 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 Clarion and Ames
The distance between Clarion and Ames is 87 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 57 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 Clarion and Ames. The current time is 04:39:45.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 04 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.22 liters (1.91 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Clarion and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Clarion to Ames is $6.26 (diesel $8.86).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $6.26 | $6.86 | $7.75 | $8.86 |
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 May 02, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Clarion and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
