Origin
Colfax, IA
Late night in Colfax on Sunday
Local time
2:50 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colfax, 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
2h 44m
Distance
144.5 mi
233 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 34m
★
6 AM
2h 45m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colfax, IA
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Davenport, IA
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Trip Overview
Colfax to Davenport is 144.5 miles and takes about 2 hours 44 minutes via I 80, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive through the heart of Iowa, connecting two points within the Midwest. Expect a road primarily focused on highway travel, making it a practical option for a single-day trip. The route is efficient, allowing you to cover a good distance without extensive time commitment. Consider this a no-frills journey designed for getting from point A to point B smoothly.
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
72.2 miles from Colfax, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 133.9 mi | 2h 24m |
| West Kimberly Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Hickory Grove Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| US 6 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West Locust Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Harrison Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 117 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| West 14th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 133.9 mi, about 2h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colfax, IA and Davenport, IA.
1
Start on East Howard Street
55 ft
·
4 sec
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East Howard Street
2
Turn right onto IA 117
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
North Walnut Street
3
Continue on IA 117
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
State Highway 117
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
5
Merge onto I 80; US 6
134 mi
·
2 hr 24 min
·
I 80; US 6
6
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
7
Take the exit onto US 6
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 6
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
8
Continue on US 6
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West Kimberly Road
9
Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Hickory Grove Road
10
Turn left onto US 6 Hist
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Locust Street
11
Turn right onto Gaines Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Gaines Street
12
Turn left onto West 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
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West 14th Street
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrison Street
14
Turn right onto West 4th Street
165 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 4th Street
15
Arrive at destination
West 4th Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours 44 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. You could depart in the morning and arrive well before lunchtime. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 133.9 miles on I 80, you can comfortably complete the drive without needing to break it up. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $23, and plan to refuel before embarking or at a convenient exit along I 80. The flexibility of a shorter drive like this means you can adjust your departure time based on your schedule.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.2 miles from Colfax, IA, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 133.9 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 32 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.2 miles or 1h 18m 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 8m
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 Colfax, 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 Colfax, IA
This is one driving day of about 144.5 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Colfax, 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 133.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.2 miles from Colfax, 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 133.9 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 143.4 — 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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IA 117 / North Walnut Street
Turn right onto IA 117 / North Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
135.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m 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
136.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m 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...
4
143.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m in
|
Gaines Street
Turn right onto Gaines Street
Navigation decision point
5
143.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m in
|
West 14th Street
Turn left onto West 14th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.59 one way
$45.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $24.80 | $49.61 |
| premium | $4.89 | $27.81 | $55.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.90 | $63.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.17 | $6.94 |
| Efficient EV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.64 | $5.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.8 | 0 | $20.23 | $9.25 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Late night in Davenport on Sunday
Local time
2:50 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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 44m 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?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 94% of the journey taking place on major roads like I 80. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 133.9 miles on I 80, which means consistent speed and minimal interruptions. The character of the drive is largely dictated by this interstate experience. While the main highway dominates, the final leg involves local roads like West Kimberly Road and Hickory Grove Road, offering a slight change of pace before reaching your destination. Overall, prepare for a consistent highway pace for the majority of your travel.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 133.9 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and West Kimberly Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IA 117 / North Walnut Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Colfax, IA to Davenport, IA is easy. At 2h 44m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IA 117 / North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 135.1 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 136.3 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.
Between Colfax, IA and Davenport, IA, road signs point toward Moline and Walcott.
Moline
135.1 mi in
|
~2h 26m
|
via US 6
Walcott
136.3 mi in
|
~2h 28m
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via US 6
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 144.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 133.9 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (IA 117 / North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 135.1 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 136.3 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Davenport, IA before heading back.
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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