How far is Sioux Center, IA from Ames, IA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Sioux Center and Ames is 148.75 miles (239.4 km).

Flight distance from Sioux Center, IA to Ames, IA is 148.75 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 24 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 21 minutes to travel from Sioux Center to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Sioux Center, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 201.15 miles (323.72 km) by car.

Driving from Sioux Center to Ames will take approximately 03 hours 22 minutes.

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#1 Sioux Center

City in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America

Population 7665
GPS Coordinates 43°4'47"N 96°10'32"W
Latitude 43.0797100
Longitude -96.1755800
Altitude 446
Country United States
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#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

Estimated Travel Time Between Sioux Center and Ames

The distance between Sioux Center and Ames is 324 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 Sioux Center and Ames. The current time is 05:03:51.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 06 hours 42 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 05 hours 01 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 04 hours 01 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 03 hours 21 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 26.87 liters (7.1 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sioux Center and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sioux Center to Ames is $23.32 (diesel $32.99).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $23.32 $25.54 $28.85 $32.99

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 Sioux Center and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

Driving distance from Alton, IA to Sioux Center 15.19 miles (24 km)

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Driving distance from Ankeny, IA to Sioux Center 226.67 miles (365 km)

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Driving distance from Bettendorf, IA to Sioux Center 376.67 miles (606 km)

Driving distance from Boyden, IA to Sioux Center 16.32 miles (26 km)

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Driving distance from Cedar Falls, IA to Sioux Center 234.92 miles (378 km)

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Driving distance from Cedar Rapids, IA to Sioux Center 294.65 miles (474 km)

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Driving distance from Council Bluffs, IA to Sioux Center 139.57 miles (225 km)

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Driving distance from Davenport, IA to Sioux Center 374.46 miles (603 km)

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Driving distance from Des Moines, IA to Sioux Center 236.03 miles (380 km)

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Driving distance from Dubuque, IA to Sioux Center 327.12 miles (526 km)

Driving distance from Hospers, IA to Sioux Center 14.54 miles (23 km)

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