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About Gilbert, IA

Gilbert is a small central Iowa town of about 1,400 people, located 30 miles north of Des Moines via I-35 (Exit 111). Highway 210 runs east-west through town, while Highway 69 connects north to Ames just 10 miles away. The historic Gilbert Depot downtown recalls the community's 19th-century railroad roots.

Where is Gilbert, IA on the map?

Gilbert, IA is in United States, at 42.106, -93.646 - about 26 km east of Boone, IA.

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The closest airport to Gilbert, IA is Des Moines International Airport, 74 km (about 1 h 4 min by car).

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