Carroll, IA to Davenport, IA is 244 miles and takes about 4h 57m via 230th Street and I 80, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Iowa, traversing the Midwest region. Given its mostly surface road profile, expect a more relaxed pace than a pure interstate cruise. With only one recommended stop and a manageable distance, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion, offering a straightforward connection between these two points in the heartland.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
122 miles from Carroll, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 32m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
230th Street
77.2 mi
1h 29m
I 80
49.7 mi
54m
220th Street
44.4 mi
58m
73rd Street
33.4 mi
38m
Avenue of the Saints
15.4 mi
16m
County Road N33
10.3 mi
13m
West Kimberly Road
3 mi
4m
Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
230th Street
— 77.2 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carroll, IA and Davenport, IA.
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Start on this road
129 ft·11 sec·this road
2
Turn right
74 ft·10 sec
3
Turn left onto US 30
2.3 mi·4 min·East 6th Street
4
Continue on US 30
10 mi·13 min·County Road N33
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 30
44 mi·58 min·220th Street
6
Continue on US 30
77 mi·1 hr 29 min·230th Street
7
Continue on US 30
33 mi·38 min·73rd Street
8
Take the exit onto US 218
0.4 mi·39 sec·US 218
Toward I 380 South, US 218 South, IA 27 South: Iowa City, Airport
9
Merge onto I 380; US 218; IA 27
15 mi·16 min·Avenue of the Saints
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 80
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi·2 min
Toward I 80 East: Davenport
12
Merge onto I 80
50 mi·54 min·I 80
13
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
14
Take the exit onto US 6
0.4 mi·51 sec·US 6
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
15
Continue on US 6
3.0 mi·4 min·West Kimberly Road
16
Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi·5 min·Hickory Grove Road
17
Turn left onto US 6 Hist
0.9 mi·2 min·West Locust Street
18
Turn right onto Gaines Street
0.3 mi·49 sec·Gaines Street
19
Turn left onto West 14th Street
0.3 mi·45 sec·West 14th Street
20
At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business
0.7 mi·1 min·Harrison Street
21
Turn right onto West 4th Street
165 ft·4 sec·West 4th Street
22
Arrive at destination
West 4th Street
Trip Plan
Consider departing Carroll, IA in the morning to make the most of the 4h 57m drive and arrive in Davenport, IA with ample daylight. With a total distance of 244 miles, you can comfortably complete this in one day. The route includes only one recommended stop, so plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or when you transition from I 80 to surface roads. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially when on the longer surface road sections like 230th Street, as services might be less frequent than on the interstate.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 122 miles from Carroll, IA, or about 2h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.2 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 54 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122 miles or 2h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 2m
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 Carroll, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Carroll, IA
This is one driving day of about 244 miles and 4h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Carroll, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on 230th Street for about 77.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 235.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
167.6 mi into trip|~3h 25m in|US 218
Take the exit onto US 218 toward I 380 South, US 218 South, IA 27 South: Iowa City, Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 380 South, US 218 South, IA 27 South:...
5
183.8 mi into trip|~3h 42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: Davenport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 East: Davenport
5
234.7 mi into trip|~4h 39m in|US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock Island, Moline
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock...
5
235.8 mi into trip|~4h 41m in|US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, W...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.03 one way
$72.07 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg85 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$39.78
$79.56
premium
$4.72
$45.30
$90.61
diesel
$4.80
$46.07
$92.14
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
73.2
0
$25.62
$11.71
Efficient EV
61
0
$21.35
$9.76
EV Truck/SUV
97.6
1
$34.16
$15.62
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jul 14, 2026
Origin
Carroll, IA
Late night
in Carroll on Sunday
Local time
1:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Sunny
SE 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 14 at 12:54PM CDT until July 15 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 14 at 12:00PM CDT until July 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
Destination
Davenport, IA
Late night
in Davenport on Sunday
Local time
1:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Sunny
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 14 at 12:54PM CDT until July 15 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 14 at 12:00PM CDT until July 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI
64°F
Belle Plaine, IA
122 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 57m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 21% of your time on highways, meaning much of this 244-mile trip is on surface roads. The longest continuous stretch on a single road is 77.2 miles, occurring on 230th Street. After exiting I 80, you'll transition to these surface roads, encountering a more rural cruising experience. Be prepared for a change in pace and potential for more local traffic as you navigate the non-interstate portions.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 77.2 mi on 230th Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 244 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 167.6 miles (US 218): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 183.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,274 ft587 ft
Total Climb
319 ft
Total Descent
1,005 ft
Highest Point
1,274 ft
Elevation Range
686 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Carroll, IA to Davenport, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Airport along the way.
Davenport is one of the Quad Cities, in Eastern Iowa. This Midwestern city on the bank of the Mississippi River has seen a great deal of action throughout history. Today Davenport offers visitors interesting museums, activities and culinary experiences. Being one of the Quad Cities, a side trip to another city is easily doable - just follow the color coded signs!
Top landmarks
•Sacred Heart Cathedral — cathedral church for the Catholic Diocese of Davenport
•Lock and Dam No. 15 — lock and dam on the Mississippi River between Rock Island, Illinois and Davenpor...
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 57m. Total distance: 244 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (21%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 77.2 miles on 230th Street. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 167.6 miles (US 218): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 183.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Possible but tiring. At 5.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Davenport, IA, but most travelers stay overnight.
