How far is Pella, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Pella and Ames is 56.49 miles (90.92 km).
Flight distance from Pella, IA to Ames, IA is 56.49 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Pella to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Pella, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 73.09 miles (117.63 km) by car.
Driving from Pella to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 12 minutes.
#1 Pella
City in Marion County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 10266 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°24'29"N 92°54'59"W |
| Latitude | 41.4080500 |
| Longitude | -92.9163100 |
| Altitude | 270 |
| 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 Pella and Ames
The distance between Pella and Ames is 118 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 18 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 Pella and Ames. The current time is 17:00:54.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 26 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 49 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 02 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.76 liters (2.58 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Pella and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Pella to Ames is $8.47 (diesel $11.99).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $8.47 | $9.28 | $10.48 | $11.99 |
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 Pella and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
