How far is State Center, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between State Center and Ames is 23.46 miles (37.75 km).
Flight distance from State Center, IA to Ames, IA is 23.46 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from State Center, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 26.05 miles (41.93 km) by car.
Driving from State Center to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 28 minutes.
#1 State Center
City in Marshall County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1432 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°0'60"N 93°9'49"W |
| Latitude | 42.0166500 |
| Longitude | -93.1635400 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| 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 State Center and Ames
The distance between State Center and Ames is 42 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 27 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 State Center and Ames. The current time is 04:58:41.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.48 liters (0.92 gallon) of gas to cover the route between State Center and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from State Center to Ames is $3.02 (diesel $4.27).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $3.02 | $3.31 | $3.74 | $4.27 |
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 State 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.
