Ames to Stevens Point: Road Trip Guide & Distance

266.4 miles 428.7 km · straight line
333 miles estimated 535.9 km · driving distance
6h 42min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
48° NE bearing direction

How far is Ames from Stevens Point?

The distance from Ames to Stevens Point is 266.4 miles (428.7 km) as the crow flies. Stevens Point is located NE of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 333 miles, taking about 6h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Stevens Point in Wisconsin.

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 Stevens Point. 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 Stevens Point

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 42min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 2min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 22min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ames & Stevens Point

Quick Facts

Ames
42.03°N, 93.62°W
America/Chicago
287m elevation
Stevens Point
44.52°N, 89.57°W
America/Chicago
332m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients