How far is Grinnell, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Grinnell and Ames is 50.37 miles (81.07 km).
Flight distance from Grinnell, IA to Ames, IA is 50.37 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Grinnell to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Grinnell, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 66.73 miles (107.39 km) by car.
Driving from Grinnell to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 10 minutes.
#1 Grinnell
City in Poweshiek County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 9096 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°44'35"N 92°43'21"W |
| Latitude | 41.7430500 |
| Longitude | -92.7224100 |
| Altitude | 309 |
| 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 Grinnell and Ames
The distance between Grinnell and Ames is 107 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 11 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 Grinnell and Ames. The current time is 23:48:09.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 13 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 40 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 20 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 57 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.91 liters (2.35 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Grinnell and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Grinnell to Ames is $7.74 (diesel $10.94).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $7.74 | $8.47 | $9.57 | $10.94 |
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 04, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Grinnell and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
