Albuquerque to Ames: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albuquerque from Ames?

The distance from Albuquerque to Ames is 850.7 miles (1369 km) as the crow flies. Ames is located NE of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1017.4 miles, taking about 18h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 13min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Ames in Iowa.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Ames. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.