Trip from Davenport, IA to Springville, IA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 46m

Distance

77.5 mi

125 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min

4 AM

1h 38m ★

6 AM

1h 46m

8 AM

2h 2m

10 AM

1h 52m

12 PM

1h 50m

3 PM

1h 52m

5 PM

2h 1m

8 PM

1h 41m

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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Springville, IA

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Davenport to Springville, you are looking at a 77.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 46 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $12 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable option for travelers within the Midwest. By utilizing US 6, Garfield Avenue, and the Lincoln Highway, you will navigate through the heart of Iowa. Because the drive is relatively short, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule, whether you are heading out for a quick visit or a weekend getaway.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

38.7 miles from Davenport, IA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 6	30.9 mi	34m
Garfield Avenue	10.9 mi	14m
Lincoln Highway	9 mi	11m
Springville Road	8.8 mi	15m
Fox Avenue	3 mi	4m
West Kimberly Road	2.9 mi	4m
Hickory Grove Road	2.5 mi	5m
Harding Avenue	1.6 mi	2m

Longest stretch: US 6 — 30.9 mi, about 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Davenport, IA and Springville, IA.

Start on West 4th Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · West 4th Street

Turn right onto Marquette Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · Marquette Street

Turn left onto US 6 Hist

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Locust Street

Turn slight right onto US 6 Hist

2.5 mi · 5 min · Hickory Grove Road

At end of road, turn left onto US 6

2.9 mi · 4 min · West Kimberly Road

Take the ramp onto US 6

31 mi · 34 min · US 6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 27 sec

Toward West Liberty

Turn right onto CR X40

4.5 mi · 6 min · Garfield Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Valley Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Cedar Valley Road

Turn left onto Harding Avenue

1.6 mi · 2 min · Harding Avenue

Turn straight onto Green Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · Green Road

Continue on Garfield Avenue

6.5 mi · 8 min · Garfield Avenue

Continue on 160th Street

0.5 mi · 37 sec · 160th Street

Continue on CR X40

3.0 mi · 4 min · Fox Avenue

Turn left onto US 30

9.0 mi · 11 min · Lincoln Highway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec

Toward IA 1: Mount Vernon, Iowa City

Turn right onto US 30 Bus; IA 1

0.3 mi · 28 sec · State Highway 1

Enter roundabout onto IA 1

132 ft · 5 sec · State Highway 1

Continue on IA 1

0.1 mi · 18 sec · State Highway 1

Continue on IA 1

0.4 mi · 42 sec · 1st Avenue South

Turn left onto 1st Street West

0.5 mi · 51 sec · 1st Street West

Turn right onto CR X20

0.4 mi · 44 sec · 8th Avenue North

Continue on CR X20

8.8 mi · 15 min · Springville Road

Continue on CR X20

0.2 mi · 24 sec · 6th Street

Turn right onto CR X20

0.2 mi · 25 sec · 1st Avenue

Turn left onto CR X20

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Broadway Street

Turn right onto John Street

202 ft · 10 sec · John Street

Turn right onto Water Street

56 ft · 2 sec · Water Street

Arrive at destination

Water Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a straightforward 1-hour and 46-minute drive, you have the advantage of planning your departure time around local traffic patterns rather than worrying about long-haul fatigue. Because there are no mandatory stops built into the data for this 77.5-mile route, feel free to pace the drive according to your own comfort level. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, as the $12 budget assumes a standard vehicle efficiency for this distance. Given the mix of roads, pay close attention to changing speed limits when transitioning from US 6 to local streets. Taking advantage of the route's short duration allows you to arrive in Springville refreshed and ready for your plans without the stress of an extended time behind the wheel.

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 38.7 miles from Davenport, IA, or about 48m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.9 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 17 miles or 24m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 38.7 miles or 48m 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 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springville, 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 77.5 miles and 1h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 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 30.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

West Branch, IA

39 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

Walcott, IA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

West Branch, IA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38.7 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

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

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Culver’s

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Davenport, Iowa

1.2 mi

Machine Shed Restaurant Davenport

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Davenport, Iowa

2.2 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

Culver’s

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+15633866700

Visit website

Machine Shed Restaurant Davenport

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+15633912427

Visit website

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Walcott, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 76.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.7 mi into trip | ~1m in | Marquette Street

Turn right onto Marquette Street

Navigation decision point

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

65.8 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in

Take the exit toward IA 1: Mount Vernon, Iowa City

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

Toward IA 1: Mount Vernon, Iowa City

66.5 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in | IA 1 / State Highway 1

Enter roundabout onto IA 1 / State Highway 1

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

76.9 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in | CR X20 / 1st Avenue

Turn right onto CR X20 / 1st Avenue

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.12 one way

$24.23 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$13.30	$26.61
premium	$4.89	$14.91	$29.83
diesel	$5.61	$17.11	$34.22

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 27.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	23.3	$8.14	$3.72
Efficient EV	19.4	$6.78	$3.10
EV Truck/SUV	31	$10.85	$4.96

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Davenport, IA

Late night in Davenport on Tuesday

Local time

5:37 AM

CDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Springville, IA

Late night in Springville on Tuesday

Local time

5:37 AM

CDT

Current temp

61°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

2 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 46m 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 trip features a mixed driving profile that keeps the experience varied as you transition between different road types. With a highway share of 41%, you will encounter a blend of faster transit and slower local segments. The most significant portion of your drive will be the 30.9-mile stretch on US 6, which serves as the longest uninterrupted segment of the journey. As you progress toward Springville, the road dynamics shift, requiring you to stay alert as you move from major corridors onto smaller stretches. Expect a practical driving experience that balances the efficiency of highways with the more deliberate pace of local roads.

41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.

29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 30.9 mi on US 6.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 46m drive. You will face about 19 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 65.8 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.

Between Davenport, IA and Springville, IA, road signs point toward Liberty and Iowa City.

Liberty

38.4 mi in | ~48m

Iowa City

65.8 mi in | ~1h 24m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 77.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (41%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 30.9 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.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Springville, 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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Trip from Davenport, IA to Springville, IA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Mantra Indian Cuisine & Spirits

Mantra Indian Cuisine & Spirits

Culver’s

Machine Shed Restaurant Davenport

Alano Restaurant

Ganzo's Mexican Restaurant

El Compita Mexican Restaurant Bar And Grill In Kimberly

The Grinders & Spaghetti House - Bettendorf

Subway

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Davenport, IA

Springville, IA

Same local time

2 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 46m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

How this page is built

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