How far is Clive, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Clive and Ames is 30.3 miles (48.77 km).
Flight distance from Clive, IA to Ames, IA is 30.3 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Clive, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 41.17 miles (66.26 km) by car.
Driving from Clive to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 42 minutes.
#1 Clive
Human settlement in Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 17444 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°36'11"N 93°43'27"W |
| Latitude | 41.6030400 |
| Longitude | -93.7241100 |
| 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 Clive and Ames
The distance between Clive and Ames is 66 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 44 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 Clive and Ames. The current time is 01:17:38.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.5 liters (1.45 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Clive and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Clive to Ames is $4.77 (diesel $6.75).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $4.77 | $5.23 | $5.9 | $6.75 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Clive and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
