Hampton, IA Road Trips
Hampton, IA serves as a quiet starting point in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 12 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 124 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Hampton, IA spread mainly south and east, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
12
Longest Drive
221.7 mi
Council Bluffs, IA
Quickest Drive
1h 16m
Waterloo, IA
Plan Around Hampton, IA
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Hampton, IA
Hampton, IA to Council Bluffs, IA
Hampton, IA to Davenport, IA
Hampton, IA to Sioux City, IA
Hampton, IA to Dubuque, IA
Hampton, IA to Indiana, IA
Hampton, IA to Cedar Rapids, IA
Hampton, IA to West Des Moines, IA
Hampton, IA to Urbandale, IA
Hampton, IA to Des Moines, IA
Hampton, IA to Ankeny, IA
Hampton, IA to Ames, IA
Hampton, IA to Waterloo, IA
Driving from Hampton, IA
The typical drive from Hampton, IA covers about 124 miles and takes around 2h 24m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 222 miles (4h 8m), while the shortest is just 58 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Hampton, IA are Council Bluffs, IA (221.7 mi, 4h 8m), Davenport, IA (192 mi, 3h 54m), Sioux City, IA (179.8 mi, 2h 53m), Dubuque, IA (148.9 mi, 3h 6m), and Indiana, IA (141.2 mi, 2h 46m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in IA currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 124-mile trip from Hampton, IA, budget about $18 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 12 mapped routes leaving Hampton, IA and 0 routes heading into Hampton, IA, covering 12 total connections. Distances range from 58 to 222 miles.
The longest mapped route from Hampton, IA covers 222 miles and takes approximately 4h 8m. Shorter options start at just 58 miles.
The average route from Hampton, IA runs about 124 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 24m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 124-mile trip from Hampton, IA costs roughly $18 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Hampton, IA include Council Bluffs, IA, Davenport, IA, Sioux City, IA and Dubuque, IA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Hampton, IA by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
4,311
Median Income
$48,922
Median Home Value
$91,900
Median Age
43.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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