How far is State Center, IA from Ames, IA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between State Center and Ames is 23.46 miles (37.75 km).

Flight distance from State Center, IA to Ames, IA is 23.46 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from State Center, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 26.05 miles (41.93 km) by car.

Driving from State Center to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 28 minutes.

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#1 State Center

City in Marshall County, Iowa, United States of America

Population 1432
GPS Coordinates 42°0'60"N 93°9'49"W
Latitude 42.0166500
Longitude -93.1635400
Altitude 326
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 State Center and Ames

The distance between State Center and Ames is 42 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 27 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 State Center and Ames. The current time is 18:50:52.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 00 hours 52 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 39 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 31 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 26 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 22 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 20 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 19 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.48 liters (0.92 gallon) of gas to cover the route between State Center and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from State Center to Ames is $3.02 (diesel $4.27).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $3.02 $3.31 $3.74 $4.27

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 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between State Center 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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