How far is Ogden, IA from Ames, IA?
The driving distance from Ogden, IA to Ames, IA is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.9 miles (33.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ogden and Ames.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ogden and Ames.
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Start on East Walnut Street
26 m · 8 sec · East Walnut Street
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Turn left onto South 1st Street
2879 ft · 1 min · South 1st Street
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Continue on H Avenue
1131 ft · 28 sec · H Avenue
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Take the exit right
1346 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto 220th Street
12.8 mi · 16 min · 220th Street
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Continue on 230th Street
7.6 mi · 9 min · 230th Street
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Take the exit slight right toward Iowa State University
1521 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left onto University Boulevard
1.2 mi · 2 min · University Boulevard
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Turn right onto South 4th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South 4th Street
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Turn left onto South Grand Avenue
1330 ft · 40 sec · South Grand Avenue
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Continue on Grand Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto 13th Street
36 m · 3 sec · 13th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 13th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ogden and Ames.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
220th Street
Merge slight left onto 220th Street
12.8 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Ogden and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ames.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ogden to Ames?
The road trip is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km) and usually takes 00h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Boone is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.3 miles from Ogden and 10.2 miles from Ames.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.9 miles (33.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.98 one way or $5.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Ogden and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ames.
Stop Ideas Near Boone
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Boone.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ogden and Ames. Straight-line distance: 20.93 mi (33.68 km).
#1 Ogden
City in Yell Township, Boone County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,985 |
| Coordinates | 42.0391500, -94.0277300 |
| Altitude | 338 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ames
The most populous city in Story County, Iowa.
| Population | 67,033 |
| Coordinates | 42.0347100, -93.6199400 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: 13th Street (-93.619967, 42.034517)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.36 | $6.72 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.68 | $7.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.19 | $8.38 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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