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Distance from Elm Creek to Ames

Driving Distance
59.9 mi 96.5 km
Flying Distance
4.2 mi 6.8 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Elm Creek, Kansas to Ames, Kansas is 59.9 mi (96.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 4.2 mi (6.8 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 5 minutes

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

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Elm Creek
State/Province Kansas
Country US
Latitude 39.520793
Longitude -97.489581
GPS 39.520793° N, 97.489581° W
Local Time 11:08 PM
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 11:08 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Elm Creek, Kansas to Ames, Kansas covers 59.9 mi (96.5 km) in a northeast direction. This highway, moderate route typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (59.1-64.7 miles / 95-104 km). The primary route shown here saves 5 minutes compared to alternatives.

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

Available Routes

KS-9 W
59.9 mi 1 hour 5 minutes
Shortest
US-36 W and KS-148
64.7 mi 1 hour 7 minutes
KS-148 and KS-9 W
59.1 mi 1 hour 3 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.