How far is Solon, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Solon and Ames is 110.41 miles (177.69 km).
Flight distance from Solon, IA to Ames, IA is 110.41 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 14 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 12 minutes to travel from Solon to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Solon, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 117.5 miles (189.09 km) by car.
Driving from Solon to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 58 minutes.
#1 Solon
Human settlement in Johnson County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 2771 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°48'26"N 91°29'39"W |
| Latitude | 41.8072300 |
| Longitude | -91.4940600 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| 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 Solon and Ames
The distance between Solon and Ames is 189 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 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 Solon and Ames. The current time is 14:15:50.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 54 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 56 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 20 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 57 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 40 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 33 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 15.69 liters (4.15 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Solon and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Solon to Ames is $13.62 (diesel $19.27).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $13.62 | $14.92 | $16.85 | $19.27 |
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 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Solon and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
