Ames to Boulder: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from Boulder?

The distance from Ames to Boulder is 622.6 miles (1001.9 km) as the crow flies. Boulder is located W of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 747.1 miles, taking about 15h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Boulder in Colorado.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ames and Boulder. 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.