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Distance from Ada to Ames

Driving Distance
55.6 mi 89.5 km
Flying Distance
37.5 mi 60.3 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Ada, Kansas to Ames, Kansas is 55.6 mi (89.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 37.5 mi (60.3 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 5 min

The estimated travel time by road is 57 minutes

Traveling highway, moderate in a northeast direction. Average speeds around 59 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Ada
State/Province Kansas
Country US
Latitude 39.151392
Longitude -97.889209
GPS 39.151392° N, 97.889209° W
Local Time 1:10 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:


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Place Ames
State/Province Kansas
Country US
Latitude 39.569444
Longitude -97.441979
GPS 39.569444° N, 97.441979° W
Local Time 1:10 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Ada, Kansas to Ames, Kansas covers 55.6 mi (89.5 km) in a northeast direction. This highway, moderate route typically takes 57 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (53.6-55.6 miles / 86-90 km). The primary route shown here saves 12 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 59 mph (95 km/h).

Available Routes

US-81 N and 260th Rd
55.6 mi 57 minutes
Shortest
Mulberry Rd and 260th Rd
55.5 mi 1 hour 7 minutes
260th Rd
53.6 mi 56 minutes
Fastest

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.