How far is Waterloo, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Waterloo and Ames is 72.56 miles (116.77 km).
Flight distance from Waterloo, IA to Ames, IA is 72.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 12 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Waterloo to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Waterloo, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 100.91 miles (162.4 km) by car.
Driving from Waterloo to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 34 minutes.
#1 Waterloo
The most populous city in Black Hawk County, Iowa. It is located on the Cedar River in eastern Iowa. Waterloo is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Grout Museum of Art and the Waterloo Center for the Arts.
| Population | 67292 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°29'34"N 92°20'35"W |
| Latitude | 42.4927600 |
| Longitude | -92.3429600 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| 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 Waterloo and Ames
The distance between Waterloo and Ames is 162 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 48 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 Waterloo and Ames. The current time is 09:41:57.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 21 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 31 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 40 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 26 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 20 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 15 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.48 liters (3.56 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Waterloo and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Waterloo to Ames is $11.7 (diesel $16.55).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $11.7 | $12.81 | $14.47 | $16.55 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Waterloo and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
