How far is Leon, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Leon and Ames is 89.72 miles (144.39 km).
Flight distance from Leon, IA to Ames, IA is 89.72 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 12 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Leon to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Leon, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 105.29 miles (169.45 km) by car.
Driving from Leon to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 41 minutes.
#1 Leon
City in Iowa, USA
| Population | 1808 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°44'23"N 93°44'52"W |
| Latitude | 40.7397200 |
| Longitude | -93.7477200 |
| Altitude | 343 |
| 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 Leon and Ames
The distance between Leon and Ames is 169 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 52 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 Leon and Ames. The current time is 08:49:42.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 30 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 37 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 06 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 45 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 18 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.06 liters (3.72 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Leon and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Leon to Ames is $12.21 (diesel $17.27).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $12.21 | $13.37 | $15.1 | $17.27 |
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 Leon and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
