How far is Sergeant Bluff, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sergeant Bluff and Ames is 142.43 miles (229.22 km).
Flight distance from Sergeant Bluff, IA to Ames, IA is 142.43 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 21 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 19 minutes to travel from Sergeant Bluff to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sergeant Bluff, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 180.82 miles (291 km) by car.
Driving from Sergeant Bluff to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 47 minutes.
#1 Sergeant Bluff
City in Woodbury County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 5119 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°24'14"N 96°21'31"W |
| Latitude | 42.4038800 |
| Longitude | -96.3586400 |
| Altitude | 334 |
| 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 Sergeant Bluff and Ames
The distance between Sergeant Bluff and Ames is 291 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 13 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 Sergeant Bluff and Ames. The current time is 19:45:30.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 01 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 31 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 36 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 00 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 34 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 24 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 15 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 24.15 liters (6.38 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sergeant Bluff and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sergeant Bluff to Ames is $20.96 (diesel $29.66).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $20.96 | $22.96 | $25.93 | $29.66 |
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 Sergeant Bluff and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
