How far is Elkader, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Elkader and Ames is 126.3 miles (203.25 km).
Flight distance from Elkader, IA to Ames, IA is 126.3 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Elkader to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Elkader, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 168.25 miles (270.77 km) by car.
Driving from Elkader to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 45 minutes.
#1 Elkader
Town
| Population | 1201 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°51'14"N 91°24'20"W |
| Latitude | 42.8538700 |
| Longitude | -91.4054200 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| 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 Elkader and Ames
The distance between Elkader and Ames is 271 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 00 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 Elkader and Ames. The current time is 05:05:40.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 36 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 12 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 21 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 48 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 14 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 05 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 22.47 liters (5.94 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Elkader and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Elkader to Ames is $19.5 (diesel $27.6).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $19.5 | $21.36 | $24.13 | $27.6 |
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 Elkader and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
