Origin
Coo n Rapids, IA
Morning in Coo n Rapids on Thursday
Local time
11:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ames, IA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
66.9 mi
108 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coo n Rapids, IA
Emın Alper
Ames, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ames, IA covers 66.9 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Sumpter Avenue, County Highway E63, 330th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.46 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 66.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 15m drive with frequent turns across 66.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sumpter Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ames, IA is easy. At 1h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ames, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sumpter Avenue | — | — |
| County Highway E63 | — | — |
| 330th Street | — | — |
| E Avenue | — | — |
| Locust Street | — | — |
| 220th Street | — | — |
| 230th Street | — | — |
| Iowa State University | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Sumpter Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coo n Rapids, IA and Ames, IA.
1
Start on Main Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto Sumpter Avenue
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Sumpter Avenue
3
Continue on Sumpter Avenue
240 ft
·
5 sec
·
Sumpter Avenue
4
Continue on County Highway E63
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
County Highway E63
5
Continue on 330th Street
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
330th Street
6
Turn left onto E Avenue
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
E Avenue
7
Continue on Locust Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Locust Street
8
Continue on E Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
E Avenue
9
Turn right onto 220th Street
40 mi
·
52 min
·
220th Street
10
Continue on 230th Street
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
230th Street
11
Take the exit slight right toward Iowa State University
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Iowa State University
12
Turn left onto University Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
University Boulevard
13
Turn right onto South 4th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South 4th Street
14
Turn left onto South Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Grand Avenue
15
Continue on Grand Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Grand Avenue
16
Turn right onto 13th Street
118 ft
·
3 sec
·
13th Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.5 mi from Coo n Rapids, IA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.5 miles from Coo n Rapids, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ames, IA
The final approach into Ames, IA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.46 one way
$20.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.48 | $22.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.87 | $25.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.77 | $29.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.02 | $3.21 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.37 | $4.28 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Ames, IA
Morning in Ames on Thursday
Local time
11:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
50°F
Boone, IA
33 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 15m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ames, IA covers 66.9 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sumpter Avenue, County Highway E63, 330th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.5 miles from Coo n Rapids, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ames, IA is easy. At 1h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ames, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Coo n Rapids, IA to Ames, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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