Ames to Rolla: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from Rolla?

The distance from Ames to Rolla is 298.6 miles (480.5 km) as the crow flies. Rolla is located SSE of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 373.2 miles, taking about 7h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Rolla in Missouri.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ames and Rolla. 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.