How far is Alton, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Alton and Ames is 138.41 miles (222.75 km).
Flight distance from Alton, IA to Ames, IA is 138.41 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 22 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 20 minutes to travel from Alton to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Alton, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 187.34 miles (301.49 km) by car.
Driving from Alton to Ames will take approximately 03 hours 09 minutes.
#1 Alton
Human settlement in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1249 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°59'15"N 96°0'38"W |
| Latitude | 42.9874900 |
| Longitude | -96.0105700 |
| Altitude | 404 |
| 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 Alton and Ames
The distance between Alton and Ames is 301 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 20 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 Alton and Ames. The current time is 14:27:44.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 14 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 41 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 44 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 07 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 40 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 29 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 20 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 25.02 liters (6.61 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Alton and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Alton to Ames is $21.72 (diesel $30.73).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $21.72 | $23.78 | $26.87 | $30.73 |
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 December 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Alton and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
