How far is Dubuque, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Dubuque and Ames is 154.49 miles (248.63 km).
Flight distance from Dubuque, IA to Ames, IA is 154.49 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 22 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 20 minutes to travel from Dubuque to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Dubuque, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 185.77 miles (298.97 km) by car.
Driving from Dubuque to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 53 minutes.
#1 Dubuque
The most populous city in Dubuque County, Iowa. It is located on the Mississippi River in northeastern Iowa. Dubuque is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Dubuque Museum of Art and the Dubuque Historical Society.
| Population | 57781 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°30'2"N 90°39'52"W |
| Latitude | 42.5005600 |
| Longitude | -90.6645700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| 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 Dubuque and Ames
The distance between Dubuque and Ames is 299 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 19 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 Dubuque and Ames. The current time is 01:18:35.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 11 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 38 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 42 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 05 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 39 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 28 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 19 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 24.81 liters (6.56 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Dubuque and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Dubuque to Ames is $21.53 (diesel $30.47).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $21.53 | $23.59 | $26.64 | $30.47 |
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 Dubuque and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
