How far is Spencer, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Spencer and Ames is 108.9 miles (175.26 km).
Flight distance from Spencer, IA to Ames, IA is 108.9 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Spencer to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Spencer, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 160.09 miles (257.64 km) by car.
Driving from Spencer to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 37 minutes.
#1 Spencer
City in the state of Iowa (United States)
| Population | 10989 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°8'29"N 95°8'40"W |
| Latitude | 43.1413600 |
| Longitude | -95.1444400 |
| Altitude | 400 |
| 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 Spencer and Ames
The distance between Spencer and Ames is 258 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 51 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 Spencer and Ames. The current time is 17:24:43.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 20 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 00 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 12 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 40 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 17 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 08 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 59 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.38 liters (5.65 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Spencer and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Spencer to Ames is $18.56 (diesel $26.26).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $18.56 | $20.33 | $22.96 | $26.26 |
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 May 01, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Spencer and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
