How far is Creston, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Creston and Ames is 77.58 miles (124.85 km).
Flight distance from Creston, IA to Ames, IA is 77.58 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 12 minutes to travel from Creston to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Creston, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 114.7 miles (184.59 km) by car.
Driving from Creston to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 54 minutes.
#1 Creston
City in Iowa
| Population | 7660 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°3'31"N 94°21'41"W |
| Latitude | 41.0586000 |
| Longitude | -94.3613500 |
| Altitude | 400 |
| 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 Creston and Ames
The distance between Creston and Ames is 185 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 03 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 Creston and Ames. The current time is 02:43:50.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 49 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 52 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 17 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 54 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 31 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 25 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 15.32 liters (4.05 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Creston and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Creston to Ames is $13.3 (diesel $18.81).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $13.3 | $14.56 | $16.45 | $18.81 |
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 29, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Creston and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
