How far is De Soto, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between De Soto and Ames is 40.14 miles (64.6 km).
Flight distance from De Soto, IA to Ames, IA is 40.14 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from De Soto, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 57.64 miles (92.77 km) by car.
Driving from De Soto to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 56 minutes.
#1 De Soto
Human settlement in Dallas County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1061 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°31'54"N 94°0'35"W |
| Latitude | 41.5316600 |
| Longitude | -94.0096700 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| 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 De Soto and Ames
The distance between De Soto and Ames is 93 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 01 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 De Soto and Ames. The current time is 06:21:09.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 55 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 26 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 57 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.7 liters (2.03 gallon) of gas to cover the route between De Soto and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from De Soto to Ames is $6.68 (diesel $9.45).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $6.68 | $7.32 | $8.27 | $9.45 |
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 De Soto and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
