How far is West Des Moines, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between West Des Moines and Ames is 31.96 miles (51.43 km).
Flight distance from West Des Moines, IA to Ames, IA is 31.96 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from West Des Moines, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 41.2 miles (66.3 km) by car.
Driving from West Des Moines to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 43 minutes.
#1 West Des Moines
The most populous city in Dallas County, Iowa. It is located in the Des Moines metropolitan area. West Des Moines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and the Adventureland Park.
| Population | 69057 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°34'38"N 93°42'41"W |
| Latitude | 41.5772100 |
| Longitude | -93.7113300 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| 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 West Des Moines and Ames
The distance between West Des Moines and Ames is 66 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 44 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 West Des Moines and Ames. The current time is 03:39:51.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.5 liters (1.45 gallon) of gas to cover the route between West Des Moines and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from West Des Moines to Ames is $4.78 (diesel $6.76).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $4.78 | $5.23 | $5.91 | $6.76 |
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 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between West Des Moines and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
