How far is Cresco, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Cresco and Ames is 120.42 miles (193.8 km).
Flight distance from Cresco, IA to Ames, IA is 120.42 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Cresco to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Cresco, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 159.69 miles (257 km) by car.
Driving from Cresco to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 39 minutes.
#1 Cresco
City in Iowa
| Population | 3744 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°22'53"N 92°6'51"W |
| Latitude | 43.3813600 |
| Longitude | -92.1140500 |
| Altitude | 394 |
| 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 Cresco and Ames
The distance between Cresco and Ames is 257 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 51 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 Cresco and Ames. The current time is 16:56:22.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 19 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 59 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 11 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 39 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 16 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 07 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 59 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.33 liters (5.63 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Cresco and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Cresco to Ames is $18.51 (diesel $26.19).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $18.51 | $20.27 | $22.9 | $26.19 |
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 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Cresco and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
