How far is Manchester, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Manchester and Ames is 114.96 miles (185 km).
Flight distance from Manchester, IA to Ames, IA is 114.96 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 17 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 15 minutes to travel from Manchester to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Manchester, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 143.2 miles (230.46 km) by car.
Driving from Manchester to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 15 minutes.
#1 Manchester
City in Delaware County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 5004 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°29'3"N 91°27'20"W |
| Latitude | 42.4841500 |
| Longitude | -91.4554300 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| 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 Manchester and Ames
The distance between Manchester and Ames is 230 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 33 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 Manchester and Ames. The current time is 01:25:24.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 46 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 34 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 51 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 23 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 54 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 47 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 19.13 liters (5.05 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Manchester and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Manchester to Ames is $16.6 (diesel $23.49).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $16.6 | $18.18 | $20.54 | $23.49 |
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 Manchester and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
