Ames to Pullman: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1202.7 miles 1935.5 km · straight line
1443.2 miles estimated 2322.6 km · driving distance
29h 2min estimated drive time
$139 - $171 estimated fuel cost
~2h 55min flight time
294° WNW bearing direction

How far is Ames from Pullman?

The distance from Ames to Pullman is 1202.7 miles (1935.5 km) as the crow flies. Pullman is located WNW of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1443.2 miles, taking about 29h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 55min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Pullman in Washington.

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 Pullman. 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 Pullman

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 29h 2min $139 - $171 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~34h 50min $115–$216* Budget
Train ~37h 45min $173–$505* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ames & Pullman

Quick Facts

Ames
42.03°N, 93.62°W
America/Chicago
287m elevation
Pullman
46.73°N, 117.18°W
America/Los_Angeles
717m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 401 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 100 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients