How far is Palo, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Palo and Ames is 93.63 miles (150.68 km).
Flight distance from Palo, IA to Ames, IA is 93.63 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 12 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Palo to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Palo, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 105.45 miles (169.71 km) by car.
Driving from Palo to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 44 minutes.
#1 Palo
City in Linn County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1075 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°3'58"N 91°47'44"W |
| Latitude | 42.0661100 |
| Longitude | -91.7954600 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| 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 Palo and Ames
The distance between Palo and Ames is 170 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 53 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 Palo and Ames. The current time is 13:22:08.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 30 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 38 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 06 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 45 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 18 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.09 liters (3.72 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Palo and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Palo to Ames is $12.22 (diesel $17.3).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $12.22 | $13.39 | $15.12 | $17.3 |
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 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Palo and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
