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Trip from Davenport, IA to Sidney, IA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 23m

Distance

335.4 mi

540 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
6h 11m ★
6 AM
6h 23m
8 AM
6h 48m
10 AM
6h 32m
12 PM
6h 29m
3 PM
6h 33m
5 PM
6h 47m
8 PM
6h 16m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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county seat of Scott County, Iowa, United States

Davenport, IA

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city in Iowa, United States

Sidney, IA

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Trip Overview

This 335.4-mile drive from Davenport, IA to Sidney, IA is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 6 hours and 23 minutes. Primarily traveling on I-80 and US-6, with a brief stint on I-29, the route is highway-focused, making it efficient for covering ground. You'll spend about $52 on fuel, so plan accordingly. The journey is straightforward, perfect for getting from point A to point B without significant detours. Consider an early start to maximize daylight and arrive comfortably at your destination in the Midwest.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

167.7 miles from Davenport, IA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 80 221 mi 3h 59m
US 6 64.9 mi 1h 11m
I 29 27.9 mi 30m
US 275 4.5 mi 6m
State Highway 145 3.8 mi 9m
West Kimberly Road 2.9 mi 4m
North Street 2.8 mi 6m
Hickory Grove Road 2.5 mi 5m
Longest stretch: I 80 — 221 mi, about 3h 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Davenport, IA and Sidney, 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

65 mi · 1 hr 11 min · US 6
7

Continue on I 80

102 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80

96 mi · 1 hr 42 min · I 80
Toward I 80 West: Omaha Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

23 mi · 25 min · I 80
Toward I 80 West: Council Bluffs, Omaha Nebraska
10

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 1 min
Exit 4A Toward I 29 South: Kansas City Use the slight right lane.
11

Merge onto I 29

28 mi · 30 min · I 29
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Toward CR J24: Mc Paul, Thurman
13

Turn left onto CR J24

0.1 mi · 16 sec · 155 Street
14

Continue on CR J24

2.8 mi · 6 min · North Street
15

Turn right onto CR J24; CR L44

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Fletcher Street
16

Turn left onto CR J24; CR L44

0.5 mi · 1 min · Filmore Street
17

Continue on State Highway 145

3.8 mi · 9 min · State Highway 145
18

Turn right onto US 275

4.5 mi · 6 min · US 275
19

Continue on Old Highway 275

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Old Highway 275
20

Continue on Illinois Street

0.4 mi · 43 sec · Illinois Street
21

Turn right onto Filmore Street

62 ft · 2 sec · Filmore Street
22

Arrive at destination

Filmore Street

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour 23-minute duration, starting your trip from Davenport early in the morning is advisable to ensure a relaxed arrival in Sidney. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 221-mile stretch on I-80, as services can be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost is around $52. This is a drive that can be completed in a single day, but if you prefer a more leisurely pace, breaking it up might be an option, though not strictly necessary.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 167.7 miles from Davenport, IA, or about 3h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 221 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 74 miles or 1h 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 167.7 miles or 3h 9m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 5m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sidney, IA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Davenport, 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 Davenport, IA

This is one driving day of about 335.4 miles and 6h 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Davenport, 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 221 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Grimes, IA, IA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Grimes, IA

168 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

Iowa City, IA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Urbandale, IA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 167.7 miles from Davenport, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 221 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Mantra Indian Cuisine & Spirits

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Davenport, Iowa

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+15634245500

Visit website

Flame The Taqueria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Johnston, Iowa

1.3 mi

Tullpa Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Des Moines, Iowa

1.9 mi

Mantra Indian Cuisine & Spirits

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+15634245500

Visit website

Flame The Taqueria

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 167.7

Johnston, Iowa

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+15157238934

Visit website

Tullpa Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 167.7

Des Moines, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15152142327

Visit website

Urbandale Clubhouse And Restaurant

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 167.7

Urbandale, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+15152765496

Visit website

Alano Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+15633262808

Ganzo's Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15634457833

Visit website

Midtown Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 47.9

Iowa City, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+13193519303

Visit website

El Compita Mexican Restaurant Bar And Grill In Kimberly

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15632145018

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 263.5

Shelby, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 95.8

Brooklyn, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 119.8

Grinnell, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 191.7

De Soto, Iowa

+31880109500

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 47.9

Iowa City, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 167.7

Grimes, Iowa

+18006360986

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 167.7

Grimes, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18006360986

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.2 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 47.9

Iowa City, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 4.7 and 322.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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

7
174.5 mi into trip | ~3h 16m in | I 80

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 toward I 80 West: Omaha

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 80 West: Omaha
6
270 mi into trip | ~4h 59m in | I 80

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 toward I 80 West: Council Bluffs, Omaha Nebraska

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 80 West: Council Bluffs, Omaha Nebrask...
7
293.5 mi into trip | ~5h 24m in

Take the exit toward I 29 South: Kansas City

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 4A Toward I 29 South: Kansas City
5
322.5 mi into trip | ~5h 56m in

Take the exit toward CR J24: Mc Paul, Thurman

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward CR J24: Mc Paul, Thurman

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.44 one way

$104.87 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 117 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $57.57 $115.15
premium $4.89 $64.54 $129.09
diesel $5.61 $74.05 $148.10

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$52

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 117.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 100.6 1 $35.22 $16.10
Efficient EV 83.9 0 $29.35 $13.42
EV Truck/SUV 134.2 1 $46.96 $21.47

Gas CO2

117 kg

EV CO2

39 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Davenport, IA

Evening in Davenport on Saturday

Local time

8:10 PM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Sidney, IA

Evening in Sidney on Saturday

Local time

8:10 PM

CDT

Current temp

53°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

18 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

6h 23m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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 96% of the drive taking place on major roads like I-80 and US-6. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 221 miles on I-80, so settle in for some sustained driving. While the majority is high-speed highway, the inclusion of US-6 offers a slightly different feel before you merge onto I-29. This route is designed for making distance, so the character is consistent and direct.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 221 mi on I 80.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and US 6. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in near US 6 / West Kimberly Road.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 335.4 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles (US 6 / West Kimberly Road): Navigation decision point; at 174.5 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 270 miles (I 80): 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.

On the drive from Davenport, IA to Sidney, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Omaha Nebraska along the way.

Omaha Nebraska

270 mi in | ~4h 59m | via I 80

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 23m. Total distance: 335.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 23m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 221 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.

It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Sidney, 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 4.7 miles (US 6 / West Kimberly Road): Navigation decision point; at 174.5 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 270 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.4 hours each way, a round trip means 12.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Sidney, IA before the return drive.

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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