Origin
Davenport, IA
Late night in Davenport on Sunday
Local time
2:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Davenport, IA to Mediapolis, 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 18m
Distance
65 mi
105 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
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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Mediapolis, IA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Davenport to Mediapolis, you are in for a straightforward 65-mile journey through the heart of the Midwest. Expect the drive to take approximately 1 hour and 18 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will navigate via Warren Street, West River Drive, and 140th Street rather than relying on major interstates. With a modest fuel budget of about $10, this route is highly cost-effective for a quick excursion. Because the distance is relatively short and the route is direct, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 140th Street | 20.3 mi | 22m |
| Grandview Avenue | 18 mi | 20m |
| James L Hodges Avenue | 12.3 mi | 14m |
| Douglas King Memorial Expressway | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| West River Drive | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| West 4th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Mediapolis Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
140th Street
— 20.3 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport, IA and Mediapolis, IA.
1
Start on West 4th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 4th Street
2
Turn left onto Warren Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Warren Street
3
Turn right onto US 61 Business
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
West River Drive
4
Continue on US 61
20 mi
·
22 min
·
140th Street
5
Continue on US 61; IA 22; IA 92
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Douglas King Memorial Expressway
6
Turn right onto US 61; IA 92
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Grandview Avenue
7
Continue on US 61
12 mi
·
14 min
·
James L Hodges Avenue
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 55
Toward County Road H38: Mediapolis
9
Turn left onto Mediapolis Road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Mediapolis Road
10
Turn straight onto Main Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Main Street
11
Turn left onto North Orchard Street
73 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Orchard Street
12
Arrive at destination
North Orchard Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.5 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 65 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Warren Street
Turn left onto Warren Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 61 Business / West River Drive
Turn right onto US 61 Business / West River Drive
Navigation decision point
5
63.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward County Road H38: Mediapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 55
Toward County Road H38: Mediapolis
4
64.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
Mediapolis Road
Turn left onto Mediapolis Road
Navigation decision point
4
65 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
North Orchard Street
Turn left onto North Orchard Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.16 one way
$20.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.16 | $22.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.51 | $25.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.35 | $28.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.82 | $3.12 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.69 | $2.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26 | 0 | $9.10 | $4.16 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Mediapolis, IA
Late night in Mediapolis on Sunday
Local time
2:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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 18m 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 turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel from start to finish. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies entirely on local roads, meaning you will encounter zero highway mileage. The constant shifts in direction require your full attention as you transition between Warren Street, West River Drive, and 140th Street. You will find that the road maintains a consistent, technical feel without any long, uninterrupted stretches to zone out on. This is a hands-on driving experience that rewards those who enjoy navigating local infrastructure rather than high-speed thoroughfares.
Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.3 mi on 140th Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Warren Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Davenport, IA to Mediapolis, IA is easy. At 1h 18m with 11% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Warren Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 61 Business / West River Drive): Navigation decision point; at 63.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 65 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (11%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.3 miles on 140th Street. 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 0.4 miles (Warren Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (US 61 Business / West River Drive): Navigation decision point; at 63.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mediapolis, 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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