Ames to Steamboat Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from Steamboat Springs?

The distance from Ames to Steamboat Springs is 693.8 miles (1116.5 km) as the crow flies. Steamboat Springs is located W of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 832.5 miles, taking about 16h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Steamboat Springs in Colorado.

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 Steamboat Springs. 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.