How far is Vinton, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Vinton and Ames is 82.36 miles (132.55 km).
Flight distance from Vinton, IA to Ames, IA is 82.36 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Vinton to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Vinton, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 99.18 miles (159.61 km) by car.
Driving from Vinton to Ames will take approximately 01 hours 41 minutes.
#1 Vinton
City in Iowa
| Population | 5019 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°10'7"N 92°1'25"W |
| Latitude | 42.1686100 |
| Longitude | -92.0235100 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| 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 Vinton and Ames
The distance between Vinton and Ames is 160 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 46 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 Vinton and Ames. The current time is 05:27:58.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 18 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 59 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 39 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 25 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 19 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.25 liters (3.5 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Vinton and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Vinton to Ames is $11.5 (diesel $16.27).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $11.5 | $12.59 | $14.22 | $16.27 |
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 Vinton and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
