How far is Slater, IA from Ames, IA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Slater and Ames is 11.25 miles (18.11 km).

Flight distance from Slater, IA to Ames, IA is 11.25 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Slater, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 19.19 miles (30.89 km) by car.

Driving from Slater to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 22 minutes.

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#1 Slater

City in Story County, Iowa, United States

Population 1471
GPS Coordinates 41°52'40"N 93°40'43"W
Latitude 41.8777600
Longitude -93.6785500
Altitude 316
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Slater and Ames

The distance between Slater and Ames is 31 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 20 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 Slater and Ames. The current time is 05:34:41.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 00 hours 38 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 28 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 23 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 19 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 16 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 15 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 14 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.56 liters (0.68 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Slater and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Slater to Ames is $2.22 (diesel $3.15).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $2.22 $2.44 $2.75 $3.15

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 March 28, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Slater and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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