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Distance from Pierre to Ames
Route Information
The driving distance from Pierre, South Dakota to Ames, South Dakota is 86.7 mi (139.5 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is 63.3 mi (101.8 km)
The estimated flight time is 0 hr 8 min
The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 26 minutes
Traveling highway, substantial in a east direction. Average speeds around 61 mph.
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Journey Summary
Traveling from Pierre, South Dakota to Ames, South Dakota covers 86.7 mi (139.5 km) in a east direction. This highway, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 26 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (66.2-86.7 miles / 107-139 km). The primary route shown here saves 21 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 61 mph (98 km/h).
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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.