How far is Le Mars, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Le Mars and Ames is 140.05 miles (225.39 km).
Flight distance from Le Mars, IA to Ames, IA is 140.05 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 21 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 19 minutes to travel from Le Mars to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Le Mars, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 182.11 miles (293.09 km) by car.
Driving from Le Mars to Ames will take approximately 03 hours 01 minutes.
#1 Le Mars
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 10195 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°47'39"N 96°9'56"W |
| Latitude | 42.7941600 |
| Longitude | -96.1655800 |
| Altitude | 376 |
| 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 Le Mars and Ames
The distance between Le Mars and Ames is 293 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 15 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 Le Mars and Ames. The current time is 08:59:38.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 04 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 33 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 38 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 02 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 36 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 16 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 24.33 liters (6.43 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Le Mars and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Le Mars to Ames is $21.11 (diesel $29.87).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $21.11 | $23.12 | $26.12 | $29.87 |
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 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Le Mars and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
