How far is Durant, IA from Ames, IA?
The driving distance from Durant, IA to Ames, IA is about 161.2 miles (259.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 142.7 miles (229.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 35m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Benton County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Durant and Ames.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Durant and Ames.
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Start on 4th Street
107 m · 18 sec · 4th Street
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Turn right onto 6th Avenue
119 m · 23 sec · 6th Avenue
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Turn left onto 5th Street
2093 ft · 43 sec · 5th Street
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Turn right onto Yankee Avenue
2.4 mi · 4 min · Yankee Avenue
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Take the ramp sharp left
1735 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
37 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
1850 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
3219 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
16 mi · 17 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30 West, US 151 South, US 218 North: Tama
33.7 mi · 40 min
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Continue on Lincoln Highway
65.7 mi · 1 hr 16 min · Lincoln Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 North: Minneapolis
2992 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward USDA Veterinary Labs
1758 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left onto East 13th Street
2.7 mi · 5 min · East 13th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 13th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Durant and Ames.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Lincoln Highway
Continue on Lincoln Highway
65.7 mi · 01h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Durant and Showers And Thunderstorms near Ames.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Durant to Ames?
The road trip is about 161.2 miles (259.5 km) and usually takes 02h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Van Horne is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.5 miles from Durant and 80.7 miles from Ames.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 142.7 miles (229.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.46 one way or $42.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Durant and Showers And Thunderstorms near Ames.
Stop Ideas Near Van Horne
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Durant and Ames. Straight-line distance: 142.7 mi (229.66 km).
#1 Durant
City in Cedar County, Iowa
| Population | 1,857 |
| Coordinates | 41.5997500, -90.9107000 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ames
The most populous city in Story County, Iowa.
| Population | 67,033 |
| Coordinates | 42.0347100, -93.6199400 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: 13th Street (-93.619967, 42.034517)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 259 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $21.46 | $42.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.20 | $48.40 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.48 | $52.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.18 | $60.36 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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