Origin
Chariton, IA
Night in Chariton on Saturday
Local time
11:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chariton, 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
3h 50m
Distance
185.8 mi
299 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 37m
★
6 AM
3h 50m
8 AM
4h 16m
10 AM
3h 59m
12 PM
3h 56m
3 PM
4h 0m
5 PM
4h 14m
8 PM
3h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chariton, IA
Ron Lach
Davenport, IA
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Trip Overview
This 185.8-mile drive from Chariton, IA to Davenport, IA is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking about 3 hours and 50 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-80, with a portion on State Highway 14 and West Kimberly Road. With a projected fuel cost of around $29, it's an economical option for exploring more of the Midwest. The route is designed for efficiency, making it ideal if you want to reach your destination without much fuss. Plan for one stop along the way, and consider that the majority of your travel will be on high-speed interstates.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
92.9 miles from Chariton, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 124.8 mi | 2h 14m |
| State Highway 14 | 46.5 mi | 1h 9m |
| West Kimberly Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Hickory Grove Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| South Lincoln Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| US 6 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North 7th Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| South Monroe Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 124.8 mi, about 2h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chariton, IA and Davenport, IA.
1
Start on this road
73 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto South Grand Street
207 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Grand Street
3
Turn right onto US 34 Business
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Court Avenue
4
Turn left onto IA 14
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Street
5
Continue on IA 14
23 mi
·
34 min
·
State Highway 14
6
Continue on IA 14
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Lincoln Street
7
Continue on IA 14
13 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 14
8
Continue on IA 14
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Monroe Street
9
Continue on IA 14
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 14
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
11
Merge onto I 80
125 mi
·
2 hr 14 min
·
I 80
12
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
13
Take the exit onto US 6
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 6
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
14
Continue on US 6
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West Kimberly Road
15
Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Hickory Grove Road
16
Turn left onto US 6 Hist
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Locust Street
17
Turn right onto Gaines Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Gaines Street
18
Turn left onto West 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
West 14th Street
19
At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrison Street
20
Turn right onto West 4th Street
165 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 4th Street
21
Arrive at destination
West 4th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 50-minute duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip. Leaving early in the morning will give you plenty of daylight and allow for a relaxed pace with your single planned stop. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 124.8-mile stretch on I-80, as services might be spaced out. The $29 fuel cost is an estimate, so it's wise to factor in a little extra. Consider utilizing a navigation app to pinpoint convenient rest areas or fuel stations along the interstate corridor to break up the drive effectively.
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 92.9 miles from Chariton, IA, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 124.8 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 41 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.9 miles or 2h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 5m
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 Chariton, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Chariton, IA
This is one driving day of about 185.8 miles and 3h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Chariton, 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 I 80 for about 124.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.9 miles from Chariton, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 124.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 184.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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South Grand Street
Turn right onto South Grand Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 34 Business / Court Avenue
Turn right onto US 34 Business / Court Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
176.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 31m 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
177.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 34m 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...
5
184.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 47m in
|
West 14th Street
Turn left onto West 14th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.05 one way
$58.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.89 | $63.79 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.76 | $71.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.02 | $82.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.7 | 0 | $19.51 | $8.92 |
| Efficient EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.26 | $7.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.3 | 0 | $26.01 | $11.89 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Davenport, IA
Night in Davenport on Saturday
Local time
11:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
3h 50m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 93% of the drive utilizing high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 124.8 miles on I-80, meaning you'll have extended periods of consistent driving. While I-80 forms the backbone of this trip, you'll also encounter State Highway 14 and West Kimberly Road, offering slight variations in the driving environment. This route prioritizes covering distance efficiently, so it's less about winding backroads and more about steady progress across the Iowa landscape.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 124.8 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and State Highway 14. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Grand Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Chariton, IA to Davenport, IA is easy. At 3h 50m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Grand Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 34 Business / Court Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 176.4 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Chariton, IA to Davenport, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Moline along the way.
Moline
176.4 mi in
|
~3h 31m
|
via US 6
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 50m. Total distance: 185.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 124.8 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.
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 (South Grand Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 34 Business / Court Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 176.4 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Davenport, IA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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