How far is Iowa Falls, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Iowa Falls and Ames is 38.61 miles (62.14 km).
Flight distance from Iowa Falls, IA to Ames, IA is 38.61 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Iowa Falls, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 53.15 miles (85.53 km) by car.
Driving from Iowa Falls to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 54 minutes.
#1 Iowa Falls
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 4940 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°31'21"N 93°15'5"W |
| Latitude | 42.5224800 |
| Longitude | -93.2513100 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| 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 Iowa Falls and Ames
The distance between Iowa Falls and Ames is 86 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 57 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 Iowa Falls and Ames. The current time is 10:42:43.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 46 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 19 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 03 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 45 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.1 liters (1.88 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Iowa Falls and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Iowa Falls to Ames is $6.16 (diesel $8.72).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $6.16 | $6.75 | $7.62 | $8.72 |
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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Iowa Falls and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
