How far is Wapello, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Wapello and Ames is 138.9 miles (223.53 km).
Flight distance from Wapello, IA to Ames, IA is 138.9 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 21 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 19 minutes to travel from Wapello to Ames with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Wapello, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 175.6 miles (282.6 km) by car.
Driving from Wapello to Ames will take approximately 02 hours 54 minutes.
#1 Wapello
City in Iowa
| Population | 1999 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°10'53"N 91°11'8"W |
| Latitude | 41.1814200 |
| Longitude | -91.1854300 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| 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 Wapello and Ames
The distance between Wapello and Ames is 283 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 08 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 Wapello and Ames. The current time is 04:37:55.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 51 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 23 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 30 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 55 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 30 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 20 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 11 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 23.46 liters (6.2 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Wapello and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Wapello to Ames is $20.35 (diesel $28.8).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $20.35 | $22.29 | $25.18 | $28.8 |
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 November 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Wapello and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
