Origin
Davenport, IA
Late night in Davenport on Sunday
Local time
4:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Davenport, IA to Fairfax, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
80.7 mi
130 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Davenport, IA
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Fairfax, IA
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Trip Overview
Davenport, IA to Fairfax, IA is 80.7 miles and takes about 1h 41m via US 6 and Avenue of the Saints, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest, specifically Iowa, making it a straightforward journey. Given its highway-focused profile and manageable duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll spend a good portion of your time on main roads, so expect a practical driving experience rather than a leisurely scenic tour. Plan for a simple, efficient drive between these two Iowa locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.4 miles from Davenport, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 6 | 51 mi | 56m |
| Avenue of the Saints | 13.1 mi | 14m |
| Wright Brothers Boulevard West | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| West Kimberly Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Hickory Grove Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Wright Brothers Boulevard Southwest | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Lefebure Road Southwest | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Marquette Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 6
— 51 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport, IA and Fairfax, IA.
1
Start on West 4th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 4th Street
2
Turn right onto Marquette Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Marquette Street
3
Turn left onto US 6 Hist
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Locust Street
4
Turn slight right onto US 6 Hist
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Hickory Grove Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
West Kimberly Road
6
Take the ramp onto US 6
51 mi
·
56 min
·
US 6
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
9
Merge onto I 380; US 218; IA 27
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward The Eastern Iowa Airport, Ely
11
Turn left onto Wright Brothers Boulevard Southwest
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Wright Brothers Boulevard Southwest
12
Continue on Wright Brothers Boulevard West
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Wright Brothers Boulevard West
13
Turn right onto Lefebure Road Southwest
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Lefebure Road Southwest
14
Continue on Fairfax Road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Fairfax Road
15
Turn left onto Church Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Church Street
16
Turn right onto Vanderbilt Street
443 ft
·
19 sec
·
Vanderbilt Street
17
Arrive at destination
Vanderbilt Street
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of just over an hour and a half, this trip is easily completed in a single day. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any early rush hour traffic in Davenport. While there are no designated stops mentioned, you'll cover 80.7 miles with a fuel cost of approximately $12, so keep an eye on your gas gauge, especially during the 51-mile stretch on US 6. The flexibility of a shorter drive means you can afford to be spontaneous if you see a point of interest along the way, though no specific attractions are highlighted on this particular path.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.4 miles from Davenport, IA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51 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 18 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.4 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fairfax, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Davenport, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Davenport, IA
This is one driving day of about 80.7 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Davenport, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 6 for about 51 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.4 miles from Davenport, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 72.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Marquette Street
Turn right onto Marquette Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 6 / West Kimberly Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 6 / West Kimberly Road
Navigation decision point
5
58.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
6
58.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar...
5
72.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward The Eastern Iowa Airport, Ely
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward The Eastern Iowa Airport, Ely
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.62 one way
$25.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.85 | $27.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.53 | $31.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.82 | $35.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.47 | $3.87 |
| Efficient EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.3 | 0 | $11.30 | $5.16 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Fairfax, IA
Late night in Fairfax on Sunday
Local time
4:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°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
22 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
1h 41m 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 primarily highway-focused, with 63% of the journey utilizing main roads like US 6 and the Avenue of the Saints. You'll encounter a 51-mile stretch on US 6, offering a substantial period of consistent driving. While not exclusively interstate, the route leans towards faster-paced travel, allowing for steady progress. Expect a straightforward driving experience with minimal complexity as you navigate the Iowa landscape.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51 mi on US 6.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 6 and Avenue of the Saints. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Marquette Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Marquette Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (US 6 / West Kimberly Road): Navigation decision point; at 58.6 miles: 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 Davenport, IA and Fairfax, IA, road signs point toward Waterloo, The Eastern Iowa Airport and Ely.
Waterloo
58.9 mi in
|
~1h 11m
The Eastern Iowa Airport
72.6 mi in
|
~1h 26m
Ely
72.6 mi in
|
~1h 26m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 80.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51 miles on US 6. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Marquette Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (US 6 / West Kimberly Road): Navigation decision point; at 58.6 miles: 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 Fairfax, 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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