How far is Ames, IA from Mason City, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Ames and Mason City is 80.19 miles (129.05 km).
Flight distance from Ames, IA to Mason City, IA is 80.19 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 10 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 09 minutes to travel from Ames to Mason City with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Ames, Iowa to Mason City, Iowa is: 90.78 miles (146.1 km) by car.
Driving from Ames to Mason City will take approximately 01 hours 27 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 Mason City
City in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
| Population | 26931 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°9'13"N 93°12'4"W |
| Latitude | 43.1535700 |
| Longitude | -93.2010400 |
| Altitude | 344 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Mason City: 2nd Street Northeast (-93.201041,43.153613)
Estimated Travel Time Between Ames and Mason City
The distance between Ames and Mason City is 146 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 37 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 Mason City. The current time is 02:01:08.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 01 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 16 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 17 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 12 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.13 liters (3.2 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ames and Mason City.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ames to Mason City is $10.52 (diesel $14.89).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $10.52 | $11.53 | $13.02 | $14.89 |
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 Mason City (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
