How far is Gilbert, IA from Des Moines, IA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Gilbert and Des Moines is 35.05 miles (56.41 km).
Flight distance from Gilbert, IA to Des Moines, IA is 35.05 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Gilbert, Iowa to Des Moines, Iowa is: 40.89 miles (65.81 km) by car.
Driving from Gilbert to Des Moines will take approximately 00 hours 42 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 Des Moines
The capital of Iowa. It is located in central Iowa. Des Moines is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many outdoor activities, and its many attractions, such as the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and the Science Center of Iowa.
| Population | 212312 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°36'2"N 93°36'33"W |
| Latitude | 41.6005400 |
| Longitude | -93.6091100 |
| Altitude | 266 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Des Moines: East University Avenue (-93.609114,41.600425)
Estimated Travel Time Between Gilbert and Des Moines
The distance between Gilbert and Des Moines is 66 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 43 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 Des Moines. The current time is 00:53:31.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.46 liters (1.44 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Gilbert and Des Moines.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Gilbert to Des Moines is $4.74 (diesel $6.71).
Iowa gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.29 | $3.6 | $4.06 | $4.65 |
| Total | $4.74 | $5.19 | $5.86 | $6.71 |
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 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Gilbert and Des Moines (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
