How far is Perry, IA from Ames, IA?
The driving distance from Perry, IA to Ames, IA is about 40.5 miles (65.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.5 miles (45.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Yell Township, Boone County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Perry and Ames.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Perry and Ames.
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Start on Willis Avenue
41 m · 10 sec · Willis Avenue
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Turn sharp left onto McColl Street
138 m · 22 sec · McColl Street
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Turn right onto 1st Avenue
2596 ft · 1 min · 1st Avenue
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Turn left onto George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
3.6 mi · 5 min · George P. Soumas Memorial Highway
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Continue on Northwest Granger Drive
1037 ft · 14 sec · Northwest Granger Drive
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 169: Ogden, Adel
1872 ft · 58 sec
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Turn left onto N Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · N Avenue
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Continue on H Avenue
11.4 mi · 16 min · H Avenue
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Take the exit left
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 Perry 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 comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Perry and 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 Perry to Ames?
The road trip is about 40.5 miles (65.2 km) and usually takes 00h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ogden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.9 miles from Perry and 19.6 miles from Ames.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.5 miles (45.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.39 one way or $10.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Perry and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ames.
Stop Ideas Near Ogden
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Perry and Ames. Straight-line distance: 28.47 mi (45.82 km).
#1 Perry
City in Dallas County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 7,896 |
| Coordinates | 41.8386000, -94.1071800 |
| Altitude | 293 |
| 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: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.39 | $10.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.08 | $12.16 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.66 | $13.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.58 | $15.17 |
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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