How far is Sanborn, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sanborn and Ames is 130.36 miles (209.79 km).
Flight distance from Sanborn, IA to Ames, IA is 130.36 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 21 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 19 minutes to travel from Sanborn to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sanborn, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 181.52 miles (292.13 km) by car.
Driving from Sanborn to Ames will take approximately 03 hours 08 minutes.
#1 Sanborn
City in Iowa
| Population | 1390 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°10'54"N 95°39'20"W |
| Latitude | 43.1816400 |
| Longitude | -95.6555700 |
| Altitude | 473 |
| 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 Sanborn and Ames
The distance between Sanborn and Ames is 292 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 14 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 Sanborn and Ames. The current time is 08:18:53.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 02 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 32 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 37 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 01 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 35 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 15 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 24.25 liters (6.41 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sanborn and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sanborn to Ames is $21.04 (diesel $29.77).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $21.04 | $23.05 | $26.03 | $29.77 |
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 Sanborn and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
