How far is Tama, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Tama and Ames is 53.76 miles (86.52 km).
Flight distance from Tama, IA to Ames, IA is 53.76 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Tama, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 57.26 miles (92.16 km) by car.
Driving from Tama to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 58 minutes.
#1 Tama
City in Tokyo, Japan
| Population | 2723 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°57'60"N 92°34'37"W |
| Latitude | 41.9666600 |
| Longitude | -92.5768600 |
| Altitude | 257 |
| 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 Tama and Ames
The distance between Tama and Ames is 92 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 01 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 Tama and Ames. The current time is 02:34:33.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 54 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 25 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 08 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 57 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 45 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.65 liters (2.02 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Tama and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Tama to Ames is $6.64 (diesel $9.39).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $6.64 | $7.27 | $8.21 | $9.39 |
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 Tama and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
