How far is Hawarden, IA from Ames, IA?
The driving distance from Hawarden, IA to Ames, IA is about 211.4 miles (340.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 160.3 miles (258 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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City in Sac County, Iowa, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hawarden and Ames.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hawarden and Ames.
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Start on Central Avenue
105 m · 17 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto 10th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · 10th Street
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Continue on 450th Street
5 mi · 7 min · 450th Street
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Turn right onto Dipper Avenue
6.1 mi · 8 min · Dipper Avenue
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Continue on County Road K22
7 mi · 10 min · County Road K22
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Continue on State Highway 3
1 mi · 1 min · State Highway 3
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Continue on County Road K22
3 mi · 4 min · County Road K22
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Turn left onto County Road C38
10.9 mi · 15 min · County Road C38
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Turn right onto County Road K49
13 mi · 18 min · County Road K49
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Continue on Fayette Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · Fayette Avenue
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Turn left onto 110th Street
3.5 mi · 5 min · 110th Street
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Turn right onto Grundy Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · Grundy Avenue
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Continue on 140th Street
1.1 km · 58 sec · 140th Street
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Turn right onto Haskell Avenue
1831 ft · 31 sec · Haskell Avenue
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Turn right onto State Highway 140
895 ft · 14 sec · State Highway 140
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Continue on North 1st Street
1 mi · 2 min · North 1st Street
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Turn left onto Highway 20
27.1 mi · 32 min · Highway 20
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Continue on United States Highway 20
8.3 mi · 10 min · United States Highway 20
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Continue on 220th Street
93.4 mi · 1 hr 48 min · 220th Street
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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 Hawarden and Ames.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
220th Street
Continue on 220th Street
93.4 mi · 01h 48m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Hawarden and Sunny near Ames.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hawarden to Ames?
The road trip is about 211.4 miles (340.2 km) and usually takes 03h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Nemaha is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.3 miles from Hawarden and 103.1 miles from Ames.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 160.3 miles (258 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.13 one way or $56.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hawarden and Sunny near Ames.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hawarden and Ames. Straight-line distance: 160.31 mi (258 km).
#1 Hawarden
City in Sioux County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,443 |
| Coordinates | 42.9958200, -96.4853100 |
| Altitude | 360 |
| 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: 340 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 38m |
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 | $28.13 | $56.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.73 | $63.45 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $34.72 | $69.44 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $39.57 | $79.14 |
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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