How far is Fairbank, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Fairbank and Ames is 90.53 miles (145.7 km).
Flight distance from Fairbank, IA to Ames, IA is 90.53 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 15 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Fairbank to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Fairbank, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 124.43 miles (200.25 km) by car.
Driving from Fairbank to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 02 minutes.
#1 Fairbank
City in Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1132 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°38'21"N 92°2'50"W |
| Latitude | 42.6391500 |
| Longitude | -92.0471200 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| 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 Fairbank and Ames
The distance between Fairbank and Ames is 200 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 13 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 Fairbank and Ames. The current time is 05:15:25.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 08 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 06 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 29 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 04 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 46 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 33 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.62 liters (4.39 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Fairbank and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Fairbank to Ames is $14.42 (diesel $20.41).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $14.42 | $15.8 | $17.84 | $20.41 |
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 Fairbank and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
