How far is Riverside, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Riverside and Ames is 111.85 miles (180.01 km).
Flight distance from Riverside, IA to Ames, IA is 111.85 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 16 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 15 minutes to travel from Riverside to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Riverside, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 138.42 miles (222.77 km) by car.
Driving from Riverside to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 14 minutes.
#1 Riverside
City in Washington County, Iowa, USA
| Population | 1021 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°28'47"N 91°34'53"W |
| Latitude | 41.4797400 |
| Longitude | -91.5812800 |
| Altitude | 198 |
| 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 Riverside and Ames
The distance between Riverside and Ames is 223 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 28 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 Riverside and Ames. The current time is 21:08:06.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 36 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 27 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 46 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 18 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 58 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 50 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 43 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 18.49 liters (4.88 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Riverside and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Riverside to Ames is $16.05 (diesel $22.7).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $16.05 | $17.57 | $19.85 | $22.7 |
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 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Riverside and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
