How far is Peosta, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Peosta and Ames is 144.54 miles (232.61 km).
Flight distance from Peosta, IA to Ames, IA is 144.54 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 21 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 19 minutes to travel from Peosta to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Peosta, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 174.21 miles (280.37 km) by car.
Driving from Peosta to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 44 minutes.
#1 Peosta
City in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1919 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°27'2"N 90°51'1"W |
| Latitude | 42.4505600 |
| Longitude | -90.8504100 |
| Altitude | 321 |
| 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 Peosta and Ames
The distance between Peosta and Ames is 280 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 06 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 Peosta and Ames. The current time is 21:24:03.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 48 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 21 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 29 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 54 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 29 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 19 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 10 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 23.27 liters (6.15 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Peosta and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Peosta to Ames is $20.19 (diesel $28.57).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $20.19 | $22.12 | $24.98 | $28.57 |
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 Peosta and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
