How far is Cherokee, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Cherokee and Ames is 110.25 miles (177.43 km).
Flight distance from Cherokee, IA to Ames, IA is 110.25 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 17 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 16 minutes to travel from Cherokee to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Cherokee, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 146.68 miles (236.05 km) by car.
Driving from Cherokee to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 26 minutes.
#1 Cherokee
Native American people indigenous to the Southeastern United States
| Population | 4841 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°44'58"N 95°33'6"W |
| Latitude | 42.7494300 |
| Longitude | -95.5516700 |
| Altitude | 364 |
| 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 Cherokee and Ames
The distance between Cherokee and Ames is 236 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 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 Cherokee and Ames. The current time is 18:36:15.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 53 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 40 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 56 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 26 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 05 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 57 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 49 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 19.59 liters (5.18 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Cherokee and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Cherokee to Ames is $17 (diesel $24.06).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $17 | $18.62 | $21.03 | $24.06 |
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 05, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Cherokee and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
