How far is Eldora, IA from Ames, IA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Eldora and Ames is 34.88 miles (56.14 km).

Flight distance from Eldora, IA to Ames, IA is 34.88 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Eldora, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 49.81 miles (80.15 km) by car.

Driving from Eldora to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 54 minutes.

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#1 Eldora

City in Hardin County, Iowa, United States

Population 2571
GPS Coordinates 42°21'39"N 93°5'59"W
Latitude 42.3608200
Longitude -93.0996500
Altitude 331
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Eldora and Ames

The distance between Eldora and Ames is 80 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 53 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 Eldora and Ames. The current time is 05:15:03.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 39 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 14 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 59 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 49 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 42 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 39 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 37 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.65 liters (1.76 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Eldora and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Eldora to Ames is $5.77 (diesel $8.17).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $5.77 $6.32 $7.14 $8.17

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 October 03, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Eldora and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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