Ames to Belton, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

227.8 miles 366.6 km · straight line
284.8 miles estimated 458.3 km · driving distance
5h 44min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
192° SSW bearing direction

How far is Ames from Belton, Missouri?

The distance from Ames to Belton, Missouri is 227.8 miles (366.6 km) as the crow flies. Belton, Missouri is located SSW of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 284.8 miles, taking about 5h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Belton, Missouri in Missouri.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ames and Belton, Missouri. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ames to Belton, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 44min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 53min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 27min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ames & Belton, Missouri

Quick Facts

Ames
42.03°N, 93.62°W
America/Chicago
287m elevation
Belton, Missouri
38.81°N, 94.53°W
America/Chicago
337m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients