Ames to Owatonna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from Owatonna?

The distance from Ames to Owatonna is 143 miles (230.1 km) as the crow flies. Owatonna is located N of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 178.7 miles, taking about 3h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Owatonna 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 Owatonna. 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.