Ames to St. Paul: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from St. Paul?

The distance from Ames to St. Paul is 203.4 miles (327.4 km) as the crow flies. St. Paul is located N of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 254.3 miles, taking about 5h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and St. Paul 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ames and St. Paul. 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.