Ames to Laramie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

619.3 miles 996.7 km · straight line
743.2 miles estimated 1196 km · driving distance
14h 57min estimated drive time
$72 - $88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 45min flight time
269° W bearing direction

How far is Ames from Laramie?

The distance from Ames to Laramie is 619.3 miles (996.7 km) as the crow flies. Laramie is located W of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 743.2 miles, taking about 14h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Laramie 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 Laramie. 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.

How to Get from Ames to Laramie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 57min $72 - $88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 56min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~19h 26min $89–$260* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ames & Laramie

Quick Facts

Ames
42.03°N, 93.62°W
America/Chicago
287m elevation
Laramie
41.31°N, 105.59°W
America/Denver
2184m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 206 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients