How far is Oelwein, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Oelwein and Ames is 97.66 miles (157.17 km).
Flight distance from Oelwein, IA to Ames, IA is 97.66 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 16 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 14 minutes to travel from Oelwein to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Oelwein, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 133.52 miles (214.88 km) by car.
Driving from Oelwein to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 12 minutes.
#1 Oelwein
City in Fayette County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 5789 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°40'24"N 91°54'49"W |
| Latitude | 42.6733200 |
| Longitude | -91.9135000 |
| Altitude | 319 |
| 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 Oelwein and Ames
The distance between Oelwein and Ames is 215 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 23 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 Oelwein and Ames. The current time is 12:07:44.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 26 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 20 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 40 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 54 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 46 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 39 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 17.84 liters (4.71 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Oelwein and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Oelwein to Ames is $15.48 (diesel $21.9).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $15.48 | $16.95 | $19.15 | $21.9 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Oelwein and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
