How far is Grundy Center, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Grundy Center and Ames is 49.09 miles (79 km).
Flight distance from Grundy Center, IA to Ames, IA is 49.09 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from Grundy Center to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Grundy Center, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 69.03 miles (111.09 km) by car.
Driving from Grundy Center to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 14 minutes.
#1 Grundy Center
City in Iowa
| Population | 2670 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°21'42"N 92°46'7"W |
| Latitude | 42.3616500 |
| Longitude | -92.7685300 |
| Altitude | 312 |
| 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 Grundy Center and Ames
The distance between Grundy Center and Ames is 111 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 14 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 Grundy Center and Ames. The current time is 06:46:26.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 17 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 43 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 51 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.22 liters (2.44 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Grundy Center and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Grundy Center to Ames is $8 (diesel $11.32).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $8 | $8.76 | $9.9 | $11.32 |
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 Grundy Center and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
