How far is Sibley, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sibley and Ames is 143.52 miles (230.98 km).
Flight distance from Sibley, IA to Ames, IA is 143.52 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 24 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Sibley to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sibley, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 200.82 miles (323.19 km) by car.
Driving from Sibley to Ames will take approximately 03 hours 28 minutes.
#1 Sibley
City in Iowa
| Population | 2586 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°23'57"N 95°45'7"W |
| Latitude | 43.3991400 |
| Longitude | -95.7519600 |
| Altitude | 462 |
| 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 Sibley and Ames
The distance between Sibley and Ames is 323 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 35 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 Sibley and Ames. The current time is 04:04:26.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 41 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 00 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 20 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 52 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 40 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 26.82 liters (7.09 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sibley and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sibley to Ames is $23.28 (diesel $32.94).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $23.28 | $25.5 | $28.8 | $32.94 |
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 April 12, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sibley and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
