Ames to Saint Peters, Missouri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

273.3 miles 439.9 km · straight line
341.7 miles estimated 549.9 km · driving distance
6h 52min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
144° SE bearing direction

How far is Ames from Saint Peters, Missouri?

The distance from Ames to Saint Peters, Missouri is 273.3 miles (439.9 km) as the crow flies. Saint Peters, Missouri is located SE of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 341.7 miles, taking about 6h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Saint Peters, Missouri in Missouri.

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. 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 Saint Peters, Missouri. 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 Saint Peters, Missouri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 52min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 14min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 31min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ames & Saint Peters, Missouri

Quick Facts

Ames
42.03°N, 93.62°W
America/Chicago
287m elevation
Saint Peters, Missouri
38.80°N, 90.63°W
America/Chicago
134m elevation
Explore more routes from Saint Peters, Missouri

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients