How far is Ames, IA from Cedar Falls, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Ames and Cedar Falls is 69.03 miles (111.09 km).
Flight distance from Ames, IA to Cedar Falls, IA is 69.03 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Ames to Cedar Falls with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Ames, Iowa to Cedar Falls, Iowa is: 95.64 miles (153.92 km) by car.
Driving from Ames to Cedar Falls will take approximately 01 hours 32 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Cedar Falls
The largest city in Black Hawk County, Iowa. It is located on the Cedar River in the northeastern part of the state. Cedar Falls is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Cedar Falls Historical Society and the Cedar Falls Museum of Art.
| Population | 40231 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°31'40"N 92°26'44"W |
| Latitude | 42.5277600 |
| Longitude | -92.4454700 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Cedar Falls: Main Street (-92.44555,42.52776)
Estimated Travel Time Between Ames and Cedar Falls
The distance between Ames and Cedar Falls is 154 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 42 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 Ames and Cedar Falls. The current time is 09:09:05.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 11 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 23 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 54 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 35 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 16 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 11 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.77 liters (3.37 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ames and Cedar Falls.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ames to Cedar Falls is $11.09 (diesel $15.69).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $11.09 | $12.14 | $13.72 | $15.69 |
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 November 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Ames and Cedar Falls (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
