How far is Melcher-Dallas, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Melcher-Dallas and Ames is 59.26 miles (95.38 km).
Flight distance from Melcher-Dallas, IA to Ames, IA is 59.26 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Melcher-Dallas to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Melcher-Dallas, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 70.95 miles (114.18 km) by car.
Driving from Melcher-Dallas to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 12 minutes.
#1 Melcher-Dallas
City in Marion County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1236 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°13'30"N 93°14'29"W |
| Latitude | 41.2250000 |
| Longitude | -93.2413200 |
| Altitude | 289 |
| 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 Melcher-Dallas and Ames
The distance between Melcher-Dallas and Ames is 114 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 16 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 Melcher-Dallas and Ames. The current time is 05:02:09.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 21 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 46 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 25 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 10 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 00 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.48 liters (2.5 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Melcher-Dallas and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Melcher-Dallas to Ames is $8.22 (diesel $11.64).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $8.22 | $9.01 | $10.17 | $11.64 |
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 Melcher-Dallas and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
