How far is Marion, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Marion and Ames is 103.78 miles (167.01 km).
Flight distance from Marion, IA to Ames, IA is 103.78 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 12 minutes to travel from Marion to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Marion, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 110.49 miles (177.82 km) by car.
Driving from Marion to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 52 minutes.
#1 Marion
The county seat of Linn County, Iowa. It is located on the Iowa River in the central part of the state. Marion is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Marion Historical Society and the Marion Art Center.
| Population | 40780 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'3"N 91°35'52"W |
| Latitude | 42.0341700 |
| Longitude | -91.5976800 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| 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 Marion and Ames
The distance between Marion and Ames is 178 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 58 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 Marion and Ames. The current time is 00:59:26.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 40 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 45 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 12 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 50 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 34 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 28 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.76 liters (3.9 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Marion and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Marion to Ames is $12.81 (diesel $18.12).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $12.81 | $14.03 | $15.84 | $18.12 |
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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 Marion and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
