How far is Ames, IA from Marshalltown, IA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Ames and Marshalltown is 36.55 miles (58.82 km).

Flight distance from Ames, IA to Marshalltown, IA is 36.55 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Ames, Iowa to Marshalltown, Iowa is: 41.36 miles (66.56 km) by car.

Driving from Ames to Marshalltown will take approximately 00 hours 45 minutes.

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#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
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#2 Marshalltown

City in Marshal County, Iowa

Population 26736
GPS Coordinates 42°2'58"N 92°54'29"W
Latitude 42.0494300
Longitude -92.9079800
Altitude 287
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Ames and Marshalltown

The distance between Ames and Marshalltown is 67 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 44 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 Marshalltown. The current time is 01:56:21.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 22 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 02 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 49 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 41 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 35 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 33 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 30 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.52 liters (1.46 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ames and Marshalltown.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ames to Marshalltown is $4.79 (diesel $6.78).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $4.79 $5.25 $5.93 $6.78

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 Ames and Marshalltown (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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