Ames to Rexburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from Rexburg?

The distance from Ames to Rexburg is 925.6 miles (1489.6 km) as the crow flies. Rexburg is located WNW of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1110.7 miles, taking about 22h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 22min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Rexburg in Idaho.

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 Rexburg. 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.