How far is Colfax, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Colfax and Ames is 31.31 miles (50.38 km).
Flight distance from Colfax, IA to Ames, IA is 31.31 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Colfax, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 47.44 miles (76.35 km) by car.
Driving from Colfax to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 47 minutes.
#1 Colfax
City in Jasper County, Iowa
| Population | 2050 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°40'40"N 93°14'43"W |
| Latitude | 41.6777700 |
| Longitude | -93.2452000 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| 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 Colfax and Ames
The distance between Colfax and Ames is 76 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 50 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 Colfax and Ames. The current time is 03:10:36.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 11 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.34 liters (1.67 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Colfax and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Colfax to Ames is $5.5 (diesel $7.78).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $5.5 | $6.02 | $6.8 | $7.78 |
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 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Colfax and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
