How far is Mediapolis, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Mediapolis and Ames is 145.5 miles (234.16 km).
Flight distance from Mediapolis, IA to Ames, IA is 145.5 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 22 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 20 minutes to travel from Mediapolis to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Mediapolis, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 187.87 miles (302.34 km) by car.
Driving from Mediapolis to Ames will take approximately 03 hours 04 minutes.
#1 Mediapolis
City in Des Moines County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1514 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°0'29"N 91°9'51"W |
| Latitude | 41.0080900 |
| Longitude | -91.1640400 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| 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 Mediapolis and Ames
The distance between Mediapolis and Ames is 302 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 21 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 Mediapolis and Ames. The current time is 04:55:32.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 15 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 41 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 45 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 07 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 41 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 30 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 20 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 25.09 liters (6.63 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Mediapolis and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Mediapolis to Ames is $21.78 (diesel $30.81).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $21.78 | $23.85 | $26.94 | $30.81 |
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 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Mediapolis and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
