Ames to Jackson Hole: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from Jackson Hole?

The distance from Ames to Jackson Hole is 873.8 miles (1406.2 km) as the crow flies. Jackson Hole is located WNW of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1048.5 miles, taking about 21h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 15min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Jackson Hole 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. 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 Jackson Hole. 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.