How far is Clarinda, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Clarinda and Ames is 115.79 miles (186.35 km).
Flight distance from Clarinda, IA to Ames, IA is 115.79 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Clarinda to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Clarinda, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 163.01 miles (262.35 km) by car.
Driving from Clarinda to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 40 minutes.
#1 Clarinda
City in Iowa
| Population | 5366 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°44'23"N 95°2'17"W |
| Latitude | 40.7398100 |
| Longitude | -95.0380000 |
| Altitude | 318 |
| 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 Clarinda and Ames
The distance between Clarinda and Ames is 262 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 54 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 Clarinda and Ames. The current time is 00:29:36.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 25 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 04 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 43 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 19 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.77 liters (5.75 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Clarinda and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Clarinda to Ames is $18.9 (diesel $26.74).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $18.9 | $20.7 | $23.38 | $26.74 |
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 January 03, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Clarinda and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
