How far is Williamsburg, IA from Ames, IA?
The driving distance from Williamsburg, IA to Ames, IA is about 112.9 miles (181.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.8 miles (139.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and the county seat of Jasper County, Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Williamsburg and Ames.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williamsburg and Ames.
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Start on Court Street
43 m · 11 sec · Court Street
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Turn left onto West Welsh Street
122 m · 13 sec · West Welsh Street
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Turn left onto South Highland Street
2030 ft · 34 sec · South Highland Street
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Continue on State Highway 149
1.5 mi · 2 min · State Highway 149
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Turn left
1862 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
80.4 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I-35 north: Minneapolis
2714 ft · 1 min
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Continue on I-35 north: Minneapolis
1758 ft · 43 sec
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Continue on I-35 North: Minneapolis
2751 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left onto I 35 North: Minneapolis
25.7 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward USDA Veterinary Labs
1758 ft · 45 sec
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Turn left onto East 13th Street
2.7 mi · 5 min · East 13th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 13th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Williamsburg and Ames.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 149
Merge slight left
80.4 mi · 01h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Williamsburg and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ames.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Williamsburg to Ames?
The road trip is about 112.9 miles (181.7 km) and usually takes 01h 48m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Newton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.4 miles from Williamsburg and 56.5 miles from Ames.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.8 miles (139.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.01 one way or $30.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Williamsburg and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ames.
Stop Ideas Near Newton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newton.
Ottumwa station
Osceola
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Williamsburg and Ames. Straight-line distance: 86.83 mi (139.74 km).
#1 Williamsburg
City in Iowa
| Population | 3,179 |
| Coordinates | 41.6611200, -92.0090700 |
| Altitude | 251 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ames
The most populous city in Story County, Iowa.
| Population | 67,033 |
| Coordinates | 42.0347100, -93.6199400 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: 13th Street (-93.619967, 42.034517)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 182 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $15.01 | $30.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.93 | $33.85 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.52 | $37.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.11 | $42.22 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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