How far is Rio Rico, AZ from Gilbert, AZ?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Rio Rico and Gilbert is 138.36 miles (222.67 km).
Flight distance from Rio Rico, AZ to Gilbert, AZ is 138.36 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 19 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 17 minutes to travel from Rio Rico to Gilbert with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Rio Rico, Arizona to Gilbert, Arizona is: 159.07 miles (256 km) by car.
Driving from Rio Rico to Gilbert will take approximately 02 hours 46 minutes.
#1 Rio Rico
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 31°28'17"N 110°58'35"W |
| Latitude | 31.4714800 |
| Longitude | -110.9764800 |
| Altitude | 1061 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gilbert
The fifth most populous city in Arizona. It is located in the eastern part of the state. Gilbert is known for its affluence, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Gilbert Historical Museum and the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch.
| Population | 257658 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 33°21'10"N 111°47'21"W |
| Latitude | 33.3528300 |
| Longitude | -111.7890300 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Gilbert: (-111.788735,33.35291)
Estimated Travel Time Between Rio Rico and Gilbert
The distance between Rio Rico and Gilbert is 256 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 50 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 Rio Rico and Gilbert. The current time is 19:34:27.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05 hours 18 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 58 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 10 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 39 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 16 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 07 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 59 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 21.25 liters (5.61 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Rio Rico and Gilbert.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Rio Rico to Gilbert is $23.02 (diesel $26.27).
Arizona gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $4.1 | $4.43 | $4.72 | $4.68 |
| Total | $23.02 | $24.87 | $26.47 | $26.27 |
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 Arizona ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $4.101 (Diesel $4.680) /gallon. Last changed prices on January 11, 2026.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Rio Rico and Gilbert (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
Driving distance from Deer Valley, AZ to Rio Rico 192.77 miles (310 km)
Driving distance from Tempe Junction, AZ to Rio Rico 163.88 miles (264 km)
