How far is Gilbert, IA from Council Bluffs, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Gilbert and Council Bluffs is 128.16 miles (206.25 km).
Flight distance from Gilbert, IA to Council Bluffs, IA is 128.16 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Gilbert to Council Bluffs with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Gilbert, Iowa to Council Bluffs, Iowa is: 168.37 miles (270.97 km) by car.
Driving from Gilbert to Council Bluffs will take approximately 02 hours 41 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 Council Bluffs
The most populous city in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. It is located on the Missouri River in southwestern Iowa. Council Bluffs is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail and the Council Bluffs History Center.
| Population | 62216 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°15'43"N 95°51'39"W |
| Latitude | 41.2619400 |
| Longitude | -95.8608300 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Council Bluffs: West Broadway (-95.86083,41.261939)
Estimated Travel Time Between Gilbert and Council Bluffs
The distance between Gilbert and Council Bluffs is 271 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 00 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 Council Bluffs. The current time is 07:13:54.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 36 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 12 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 22 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 48 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 14 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 06 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 22.49 liters (5.94 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Gilbert and Council Bluffs.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Gilbert to Council Bluffs is $19.52 (diesel $27.62).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $19.52 | $21.38 | $24.15 | $27.62 |
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 28, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Gilbert and Council Bluffs (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
