This 167.1-mile drive from Clarksville to Davenport, Iowa, will take you about 3 hours and 20 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll navigate primarily on the Avenue of the Saints and I-80, with a portion on Leo P Rooff Expressway. With a projected fuel cost of around $26, it’s an economical journey. The drive is a mixed bag, offering a comfortable pace for a single day of travel within the Midwest region. This route is ideal if you're looking for a straightforward trip between two Iowa cities without needing an overnight stay.
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
83.5 miles from Clarksville, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 39m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Avenue of the Saints
80 mi
1h 29m
I 80
49.7 mi
54m
Leo P Rooff Expressway
6.7 mi
8m
I 380
6.5 mi
7m
State Highway 3
3.4 mi
4m
West Kimberly Road
3 mi
4m
Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi
5m
Washington Street
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 80 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarksville, IA and Davenport, IA.
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Start on East Superior Street
37 ft·6 sec·East Superior Street
2
Turn left onto IA 188
1.0 mi·1 min·South Main Street
3
Continue on State Highway 188
1.8 mi·2 min·State Highway 188
4
At end of road, turn left onto IA 3
2.3 mi·3 min·210th Street
5
Continue on IA 3
3.4 mi·4 min·State Highway 3
6
Continue on IA 3
1.7 mi·2 min·230th Street
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·56 sec
8
Merge onto US 218; IA 27
15 mi·17 min·Avenue of the Saints
9
Take the exit
317 ft·7 sec
Toward US 218 south: Waterloo
10
Continue on US 218
0.3 mi·39 sec·US 218
Toward US 218 south: Waterloo
11
Merge onto US 218
6.7 mi·8 min·Leo P Rooff Expressway
12
Continue on US 218
2.4 mi·3 min·Washington Street
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
6.5 mi·7 min·I 380
Toward I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cedar Falls
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380; IA 27
65 mi·1 hr 11 min·Avenue of the Saints
Toward I 380 South, IA 27 South: Cedar Rapids
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 80
16
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi·2 min
Toward I 80 East: Davenport
17
Merge onto I 80
50 mi·54 min·I 80
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
For this 3-hour and 20-minute drive, leaving Clarksville in the morning will give you plenty of time to reach Davenport by afternoon. With only one main stop indicated, you can plan your break strategically along the 80-mile stretch on the Avenue of the Saints. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially on the longer highway segments, and factor in the estimated $26 fuel cost. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when it's most convenient, but an early start is recommended to maximize your time in Davenport.
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 83.5 miles from Clarksville, IA, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80 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 37 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.5 miles or 1h 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 39m
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 Clarksville, 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 Clarksville, IA
This is one driving day of about 167.1 miles and 3h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Clarksville, 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 Avenue of the Saints for about 80 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 157.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2.8 mi into trip|~4m in|IA 3 / 210th Street
At end of road, turn left onto IA 3 / 210th Street
Navigation decision point
6
35.3 mi into trip|~45m in|I 380
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380 toward I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cedar Falls
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids,...
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41.9 mi into trip|~53m in|I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints toward I 380 South, IA 27 South: Cedar Rapids
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 380 South, IA 27 South: Cedar Rapids
5
106.8 mi into trip|~2h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: Davenport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 East: Davenport
5
157.7 mi into trip|~3h 2m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.12 one way
$52.25 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg59 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$28.68
$57.37
premium
$4.89
$32.16
$64.31
diesel
$5.61
$36.89
$73.79
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
50.1
0
$17.55
$8.02
Efficient EV
41.8
0
$14.62
$6.68
EV Truck/SUV
66.8
0
$23.39
$10.69
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Clarksville, IA
Late night
in Clarksville on Sunday
Local time
5:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Davenport, IA
Late night
in Davenport on Sunday
Local time
5:27 AM
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
24 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 20m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 42% of it being on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 80 miles along the Avenue of the Saints, which should provide a consistent pace. While much of the journey utilizes major roads like I-80, the Avenue of the Saints offers a different driving experience before you transition to the expressway leading into Davenport. This blend means you'll experience both efficient highway travel and potentially more varied scenery along the state routes.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80 mi on Avenue of the Saints.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near IA 3 / 210th Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 167.1 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: at 2.8 miles (IA 3 / 210th Street): Navigation decision point; at 35.3 miles (I 380): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.9 miles (I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Clarksville, IA and Davenport, IA, road signs point toward Dubuque, Cedar Falls and Moline.
Dubuque
35.3 mi in|~45m|via I 380
Cedar Falls
35.3 mi in|~45m|via I 380
Moline
157.7 mi in|~3h 2m|via US 6
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 167.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 80 miles on Avenue of the Saints. 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (IA 3 / 210th Street): Navigation decision point; at 35.3 miles (I 380): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.9 miles (I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Davenport, IA, but most travelers stay overnight.
