Ames to Casper: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from Casper?

The distance from Ames to Casper is 649 miles (1044.5 km) as the crow flies. Casper is located W of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 778.8 miles, taking about 15h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Casper in Wyoming.

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 Casper. 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.