Road Trips from Davenport, IA
From Davenport, you've got a solid mix of options for a quick getaway. There are several destinations less than three hours away, many with parks, perfect for a day trip. If you're looking to go a bit further, there are longer drives, some over five hours, that explore different terrain. Most of these routes are a blend of highway and surface roads, offering a varied driving experience without being overly complicated.
Total Routes
34
Shortest
2h
With Parks Nearby
9
Full-day getaway
14 total in this range
Story City, IA
3h 43m189.3 mi one way
This is a 189-mile drive, taking about 3.7 hours. It features mostly flat terrain and a perfect drive score of 10. It's a good option if you want a trip that's longer than the closest options but still manageable within a day, with a good mix of road types.
Iowa Falls, IA
3h 39m186.6 mi one way
At 186 miles and 3.7 hours, this route offers a drive score of 10 with mostly flat terrain. It’s comparable in distance to Story City but doesn't highlight nearby parks. This is a straightforward option for a day trip with consistent driving conditions.
Evansdale, IA
2h 32m129.8 mi one way
This is one of your closest options at 129 miles and 2.5 hours. It has a high drive score of 9 and includes parks. If you want a shorter drive that still offers access to green space, this is a strong contender.
Ackley, IA
3h 29m175.8 mi one way
Huxley, IA
3h 23m178.6 mi one way
Weekend trip
20 total in this range
Algona, IA
5h 26m270.2 mi one way
This is a longer haul at 270 miles, about 5.4 hours, with a top drive score of 10. It includes parks and mostly flat terrain. If you're looking for a more substantial drive that still offers park access, this is a good choice.
Manning, IA
4h 58m248.9 mi one way
This 248-mile drive takes 5 hours with a drive score of 10, characterized by gently rolling terrain. It’s a longer option that leans more towards highway driving, unlike some of the surface road-heavy routes.
Manson, IA
4h 57m253.8 mi one way
This route is 253 miles and takes 5 hours, with a drive score of 9 and park access. It's comparable in distance and time to Algona but utilizes more surface roads and features mostly flat terrain.
Forest City, IA
4h 54m247 mi one way
Covering 247 miles in 4.9 hours, this drive has a score of 9 and includes parks. It primarily uses surface roads and has mostly flat terrain, making it a good choice for a longer day trip with park access.
Arnolds Park, IA
6h 55m342.2 mi one way
At 342 miles and 6.9 hours, this is your longest drive, with a drive score of 9. It primarily uses surface roads and includes parks. This is the most extensive option available, suitable if you're looking for a longer excursion.
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Algona, IA
5h 26m270.2 mi one way
Manning, IA
4h 58m248.9 mi one way
Story City, IA
3h 43m189.3 mi one way
Iowa Falls, IA
3h 39m186.6 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With mostly flat terrain and nearby parks highlighted in many routes, spring offers pleasant conditions for day trips and longer drives.
Summer
The abundance of parks in several destinations makes summer ideal for exploring the outdoors on these varied drives.
Fall
Routes with mostly flat terrain and parks are well-suited for enjoying autumn colors on shorter or longer excursions.
Winter
With mostly flat terrain across these options, winter drives are feasible, though park access may be limited.
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