How far is Independence, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Independence and Ames is 93.44 miles (150.38 km).
Flight distance from Independence, IA to Ames, IA is 93.44 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 14 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Independence to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Independence, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 121.14 miles (194.95 km) by car.
Driving from Independence to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 53 minutes.
#1 Independence
City in Iowa
| Population | 6203 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°28'7"N 91°53'22"W |
| Latitude | 42.4686000 |
| Longitude | -91.8893400 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| 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 Independence and Ames
The distance between Independence and Ames is 195 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 09 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 Independence and Ames. The current time is 23:18:12.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 02 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 43 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 36 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.18 liters (4.27 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Independence and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Independence to Ames is $14.04 (diesel $19.87).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $14.04 | $15.38 | $17.37 | $19.87 |
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 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Independence and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
