How far is Eagle Grove, IA from Ames, IA?
The driving distance from Eagle Grove, IA to Ames, IA is about 58.7 miles (94.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.9 miles (73.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 10m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Hamilton County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eagle Grove and Ames.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagle Grove and Ames.
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Start on West Broadway Street
9 m · 9 sec · West Broadway Street
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Turn left onto South Commercial Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · South Commercial Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 17
6.7 mi · 10 min · State Highway 17
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Continue on Stagecoach Road
5.9 mi · 9 min · Stagecoach Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 220th Street
2135 ft · 37 sec · 220th Street
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Turn right onto Stagecoach Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Stagecoach Road
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Take the ramp left toward US 20 East
1966 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
16.4 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 South: Des Moines
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
28.1 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 Business: USDA Veterinary Labs
2063 ft · 53 sec
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Turn right onto East 13th Street
2.4 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 Eagle Grove 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.
I 35 South
Merge slight left
28.1 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Sunny leaving Eagle Grove and Sunny near Ames.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eagle Grove to Ames?
The road trip is about 58.7 miles (94.4 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Williams is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32 miles from Eagle Grove and 26.7 miles from Ames.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.9 miles (73.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 4:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.81 one way or $15.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Eagle Grove and Sunny near Ames.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eagle Grove and Ames. Straight-line distance: 45.85 mi (73.79 km).
#1 Eagle Grove
City in Wright County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 3,367 |
| Coordinates | 42.6641400, -93.9043900 |
| Altitude | 340 |
| 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: 94 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $7.81 | $15.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.80 | $17.61 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.63 | $19.27 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.98 | $21.96 |
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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