Ames to Faribault: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from Faribault?

The distance from Ames to Faribault is 157.1 miles (252.9 km) as the crow flies. Faribault is located N of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 196.4 miles, taking about 3h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Faribault in Minnesota.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

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