How far is Rock Rapids, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rock Rapids and Ames is 161.49 miles (259.89 km).
Flight distance from Rock Rapids, IA to Ames, IA is 161.49 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 26 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 24 minutes to travel from Rock Rapids to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rock Rapids, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 222.74 miles (358.47 km) by car.
Driving from Rock Rapids to Ames will take approximately 03 hours 53 minutes.
#1 Rock Rapids
City in Iowa
| Population | 2518 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°25'38"N 96°10'33"W |
| Latitude | 43.4271900 |
| Longitude | -96.1758600 |
| Altitude | 423 |
| 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 Rock Rapids and Ames
The distance between Rock Rapids and Ames is 358 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 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 Rock Rapids and Ames. The current time is 11:24:44.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 25 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 34 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 42 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 10 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 58 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 46 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 29.75 liters (7.86 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rock Rapids and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rock Rapids to Ames is $25.82 (diesel $36.53).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $25.82 | $28.28 | $31.94 | $36.53 |
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 Rock Rapids and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
