How far is Webster City, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Webster City and Ames is 31.67 miles (50.96 km).
Flight distance from Webster City, IA to Ames, IA is 31.67 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Webster City, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 39.21 miles (63.11 km) by car.
Driving from Webster City to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 45 minutes.
#1 Webster City
City in Iowa
| Population | 7671 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°28'10"N 93°48'58"W |
| Latitude | 42.4694200 |
| Longitude | -93.8160500 |
| Altitude | 317 |
| 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 Webster City and Ames
The distance between Webster City and Ames is 63 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 42 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 Webster City and Ames. The current time is 16:22:08.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 18 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.24 liters (1.38 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Webster City and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Webster City to Ames is $4.55 (diesel $6.43).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $4.55 | $4.98 | $5.62 | $6.43 |
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 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Webster City and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
