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Trip from Akron, IA to Davenport, IA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 26m

Distance

394.2 mi

634 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$62

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
7h 16m ★
6 AM
7h 26m
8 AM
7h 47m
10 AM
7h 33m
12 PM
7h 31m
3 PM
7h 34m
5 PM
7h 46m
8 PM
7h 20m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city and the county seat of Summit County, Ohio, United States

Akron, IA

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county seat of Scott County, Iowa, United States

Davenport, IA

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Trip Overview

This 394.2-mile drive from Akron, Iowa, to Davenport, Iowa, will take approximately 7 hours and 26 minutes of driving time. It's a solid day trip option, primarily utilizing I-80 and I-29, with a small portion on State Highway 12, keeping you on highways for 96% of the journey. The estimated fuel cost for this Midwest to Midwest trip is around $62. With two recommended stops, it's a manageable drive that focuses on efficient travel across the state. This route is designed for getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

197.1 miles from Akron, IA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 43m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 80 261.7 mi 4h 43m
I 29 79.4 mi 1h 25m
State Highway 12 16.2 mi 22m
I 880 16 mi 17m
State Highway 3 4.7 mi 6m
West Kimberly Road 3 mi 4m
Sioux River Road 2.8 mi 3m
Hickory Grove Road 2.5 mi 5m
Longest stretch: I 80 — 261.7 mi, about 4h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Akron, IA and Davenport, IA.

1

Start on North 2nd Street

54 ft · 4 sec · North 2nd Street
2

Turn right onto Reed Street

277 ft · 13 sec · Reed Street
3

Turn left onto IA 12

0.4 mi · 58 sec · State Highway 12
4

Continue on IA 3; IA 12

4.7 mi · 6 min · State Highway 3
5

Continue on IA 12

0.3 mi · 23 sec · State Highway 12
6

Continue on IA 12

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Portland Street
7

Continue on IA 12

15 mi · 21 min · State Highway 12
8

Continue on IA 12

2.8 mi · 3 min · Sioux River Road
9

Turn right onto IA 12

2.1 mi · 4 min · Riverside Boulevard
Use the right lane.
10

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 29 South
11

Merge onto I 29

79 mi · 1 hr 25 min · I 29
12

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 71 Toward I 880 East: Des Moines
13

Continue on I 880

16 mi · 17 min · I 880
14

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 43 sec
Exit 16A Toward I 80 East: Des Moines Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Merge onto I 80

95 mi · 1 hr 41 min · I 80
16

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80

14 mi · 16 min · I 80
Exit 123B Toward I 35, I 80 East: Chicago, Minneapolis, Kansas City Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

152 mi · 2 hr 44 min · I 80
Use the slight left lane.
18

Take the exit onto US 6

1.1 mi · 2 min · US 6
Toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock Island, Moline
19

Take the exit onto US 6

0.4 mi · 51 sec · US 6
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
20

Continue on US 6

3.0 mi · 4 min · West Kimberly Road
21

Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road

2.5 mi · 5 min · Hickory Grove Road
22

Turn left onto US 6 Hist

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Locust Street
23

Turn right onto Gaines Street

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Gaines Street
24

Turn left onto West 14th Street

0.3 mi · 45 sec · West 14th Street
25

At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business

0.7 mi · 1 min · Harrison Street
26

Turn right onto West 4th Street

165 ft · 4 sec · West 4th Street
27

Arrive at destination

West 4th Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 7-hour, 26-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Akron to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With two planned stops, aim to break up the 394.2 miles into roughly equal segments, perhaps around the 3-hour mark for your first break. The longest stretch on I-80 is over 260 miles, so be sure to fuel up before entering that section. Given the efficient, highway-focused nature of this route, you have flexibility to adjust your stops as needed based on your energy levels and any points of interest you might discover along the way.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 197.1 miles from Akron, IA, or about 3h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 261.7 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 87 miles or 1h 44m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 197.1 miles or 3h 43m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Davenport, IA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Akron, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Akron, IA

This is one driving day of about 394.2 miles and 7h 26m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 87 miles from Akron, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 261.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

human settlement in Dallas County, Iowa, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Waukee, IA

197 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Omaha, NE

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 87 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Waukee, IA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 197.1 miles from Akron, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 261.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Mantra Indian Cuisine & Spirits

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Davenport, Iowa

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 394.2

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+15634245500

Visit website

Perkins American Food Co.

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Coralville, Iowa

0.7 mi

Applebee's Grill + Bar

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Coralville, Iowa

0.9 mi

Mantra Indian Cuisine & Spirits

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 394.2

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+15634245500

Visit website

Perkins American Food Co.

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 337.9

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 5:30 am–12 pm

+13195696870

Visit website

Applebee's Grill + Bar

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 337.9

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+13193581986

Visit website

Konomi Japanese Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 337.9

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 5–10 pm

+13193512880

Visit website

El Gustito Pupuseria y Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 337.9

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 9:30 am–9 pm

+13194991602

Visit website

Blue Elephant Thai Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 337.9

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+13193514543

Visit website

Three Samurai Japanese Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 337.9

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+13193373340

Visit website

HuHot Mongolian Grill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 337.9

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13193589100

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 337.9

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 337.9

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+31880109500

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 337.9

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 28.2

Sioux City, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 337.9

Iowa City, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 28.2

Sioux City, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18006360986

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 28.2

South Sioux City, Nebraska

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 281.6

Grinnell, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 232.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Reed Street

Turn right onto Reed Street

Navigation decision point

5
24 mi into trip | ~33m in | IA 12 / Riverside Boulevard

Turn right onto IA 12 / Riverside Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
8
122.5 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: Des Moines

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 16A Toward I 80 East: Des Moines
9
218.1 mi into trip | ~4h 6m in | I 80

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 toward I 35, I 80 East: Chicago, Minneapolis, Kansas City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 123B Toward I 35, I 80 East: Chicago, Minneapolis, K...
6
232.6 mi into trip | ~4h 23m in | I 80

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$61.63 one way

$123.26 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 138 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $67.67 $135.33
premium $4.89 $75.86 $151.72
diesel $5.61 $87.03 $174.07

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$62

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$87–$112

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 137.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 118.3 1 $41.39 $18.92
Efficient EV 98.6 1 $34.49 $15.77
EV Truck/SUV 157.7 1 $55.19 $25.23

Gas CO2

138 kg

EV CO2

46 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Akron, IA

Evening in Akron on Saturday

Local time

8:10 PM

CDT

Current temp

53°F

Mostly Cloudy

SSE 15 to 20 mph 11% chance Live forecast

Flood Watch

Flood Watch issued April 16 at 9:20PM CDT until April 24 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 9:20PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Destination

Davenport, IA

Evening in Davenport on Saturday

Local time

8:10 PM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Mostly Clear

SE 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Flood Watch

Flood Watch issued April 16 at 9:20PM CDT until April 24 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 9:20PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

3 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

7h 26m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience for almost the entire 394.2 miles, with 96% of your journey on major roadways like I-80 and I-29. The character of this drive is largely dictated by the interstate, offering a consistent pace for much of the trip. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch at 261.7 miles on I-80, so be prepared for sustained driving. While primarily interstate, the inclusion of State Highway 12 offers a slight variation before you merge back onto the main arteries.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 261.7 mi on I 80.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and I 29. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Reed Street.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 394.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Reed Street): Navigation decision point; at 24 miles (IA 12 / Riverside Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 122.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Akron, IA and Davenport, IA, road signs point toward Minneapolis and Kansas City.

Minneapolis

218.1 mi in | ~4h 6m | via I 80

Kansas City

218.1 mi in | ~4h 6m | via I 80

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 26m. Total distance: 394.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 26m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 261.7 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Davenport, IA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Reed Street): Navigation decision point; at 24 miles (IA 12 / Riverside Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 122.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.4 hours each way, a round trip means 14.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Davenport, IA before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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