How far is Glidden, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Glidden and Ames is 56.92 miles (91.6 km).
Flight distance from Glidden, IA to Ames, IA is 56.92 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Glidden, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 59.73 miles (96.12 km) by car.
Driving from Glidden to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 07 minutes.
#1 Glidden
City in Carroll County, Iowa
| Population | 1090 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°3'25"N 94°43'44"W |
| Latitude | 42.0569300 |
| Longitude | -94.7288700 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| 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 Glidden and Ames
The distance between Glidden and Ames is 96 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 04 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 Glidden and Ames. The current time is 11:36:06.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 59 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 11 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.98 liters (2.11 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Glidden and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Glidden to Ames is $6.92 (diesel $9.8).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $6.92 | $7.58 | $8.57 | $9.8 |
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 November 02, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Glidden and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
