How far is Gilbert, IA from Ames, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Gilbert and Ames is 5.22 miles (8.4 km).
Flight distance from Gilbert, IA to Ames, IA is 5.22 miles. Estimated flight time is .
Driving distance
The driving distance from Gilbert, Iowa to Ames, Iowa is: 6.54 miles (10.53 km) by car.
Driving from Gilbert to Ames will take approximately 00 hours 10 minutes.
#1 Gilbert
City in Story County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1152 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°6'25"N 93°38'59"W |
| Latitude | 42.1069300 |
| Longitude | -93.6496600 |
| Altitude | 302 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ames
The most populous city in Story County, Iowa. It is located on the Des Moines River in central Iowa. Ames is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Iowa State University campus and the Ames Historical Society.
| Population | 67033 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°2'5"N 93°37'12"W |
| Latitude | 42.0347100 |
| Longitude | -93.6199400 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Ames: 13th Street (-93.619967,42.034517)
Estimated Travel Time Between Gilbert and Ames
The distance between Gilbert and Ames is 11 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 07 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Gilbert and Ames. The current time is 12:55:41.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 09 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 07 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 05 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 05 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 04 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 0.87 liters (0.23 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Gilbert and Ames.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Gilbert to Ames is $0.76 (diesel $1.07).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $0.76 | $0.83 | $0.94 | $1.07 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Gilbert and Ames (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
