Ames to Boise: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from Boise?

The distance from Ames to Boise is 1146 miles (1844.3 km) as the crow flies. Boise is located WNW of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1375.2 miles, taking about 27h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 48min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Boise in Idaho.

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. 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. 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 Ames and Boise. 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.