Day trip from Surprise to Gilbert
Gilbert lies 59 km (37 mi) south-east of Surprise, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 59 km (37 mi) apart, Gilbert is a realistic day trip from Surprise: about 58 min each way by road.
| Surprise | Gilbert | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 143,148 | 247,542 |
| Elevation | 357 m (1,171 ft) | 377 m (1,237 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) |
| Postal codes | 85374–85388 | 85233–85299 |
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Common questions
How far is Gilbert from Surprise?
59 km (37 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Surprise; by road roughly 72 km (45 mi).
How long does it take to get from Surprise to Gilbert by road?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Surprise and Gilbert?
No, both are on America/Phoenix at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.