Ames to Colorado Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Ames from Colorado Springs?
The distance from Ames to Colorado Springs is 628.6 miles (1011.7 km) as the crow flies. Colorado Springs is located WSW of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 776.5 miles, taking about 13h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs. 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.
How to Get from Ames to Colorado Springs
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 210 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
- You could travel this distance about 39.6 times to circle the Earth's equator