How far is Gilbert, IA from Ankeny, IA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Gilbert and Ankeny is 26.16 miles (42.1 km).

Flight distance from Gilbert, IA to Ankeny, IA is 26.16 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Gilbert, Iowa to Ankeny, Iowa is: 31.53 miles (50.75 km) by car.

Driving from Gilbert to Ankeny will take approximately 00 hours 36 minutes.

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#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
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#2 Ankeny

The most populous city in Polk County, Iowa. It is located on the Des Moines River in central Iowa. Ankeny is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Ankeny Historical Museum and the Ankeny Civic Center.

Population 70068
GPS Coordinates 41°43'47"N 93°36'21"W
Latitude 41.7297100
Longitude -93.6057700
Altitude 302
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Gilbert and Ankeny

The distance between Gilbert and Ankeny is 51 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 33 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 Ankeny. The current time is 12:28:25.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 03 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 47 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 37 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 31 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 27 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 25 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 23 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.21 liters (1.11 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Gilbert and Ankeny.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Gilbert to Ankeny is $3.66 (diesel $5.17).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $3.66 $4 $4.52 $5.17

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 March 28, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Gilbert and Ankeny (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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Driving distance from Indiana, IA to Gilbert 87.84 miles (141 km)

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