How far is Nashua, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Nashua and Ames is 84.09 miles (135.33 km).
Flight distance from Nashua, IA to Ames, IA is 84.09 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 12 minutes to travel from Nashua to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Nashua, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 111.4 miles (179.29 km) by car.
Driving from Nashua to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 56 minutes.
#1 Nashua
City in Chickasaw and Floyd counties in Iowa, United States
| Population | 1571 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°57'10"N 92°32'11"W |
| Latitude | 42.9527500 |
| Longitude | -92.5363000 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| 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 Nashua and Ames
The distance between Nashua and Ames is 179 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 59 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 Nashua and Ames. The current time is 02:59:09.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 42 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 47 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 13 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 51 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 35 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 23 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.88 liters (3.93 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Nashua and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Nashua to Ames is $12.91 (diesel $18.27).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $12.91 | $14.14 | $15.98 | $18.27 |
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 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Nashua and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
