How far is Chariton, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Chariton and Ames is 72.37 miles (116.47 km).
Flight distance from Chariton, IA to Ames, IA is 72.37 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 10 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 09 minutes to travel from Chariton to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Chariton, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 87.4 miles (140.66 km) by car.
Driving from Chariton to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 33 minutes.
#1 Chariton
City in Lucas County, Iowa
| Population | 4103 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°0'50"N 93°18'24"W |
| Latitude | 41.0138900 |
| Longitude | -93.3066000 |
| Altitude | 313 |
| 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 Chariton and Ames
The distance between Chariton and Ames is 141 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 33 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 Chariton and Ames. The current time is 04:35:48.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 54 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 11 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 11.67 liters (3.08 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Chariton and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Chariton to Ames is $10.13 (diesel $14.33).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $10.13 | $11.1 | $12.53 | $14.33 |
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 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Chariton and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
