Trip from Davenport, IA to Villisca, IA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 23m

Distance

279.1 mi

449 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$44

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 10m ★

6 AM

5h 23m

8 AM

5h 50m

10 AM

5h 33m

12 PM

5h 30m

3 PM

5h 34m

5 PM

5h 49m

8 PM

5h 15m

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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Villisca, IA

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Trip Overview

This 279.1-mile journey from Davenport, Iowa, to Villisca, Iowa, is estimated to take about 5 hours and 23 minutes of driving time. Designed as a single-day adventure, this route is entirely contained within the Midwest and Iowa, making it a straightforward trip without regional changes. You can expect a fuel cost of approximately $42 for this drive, which features one recommended stop. The overall feel is that of a local, turn-heavy experience, so plan for a more deliberate pace rather than high-speed highway cruising. It's a manageable distance for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.

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

139.6 miles from Davenport, IA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Marquette Street	—	—
West Locust Street	—	—
Hickory Grove Road	—	—
West Kimberly Road	—	—
I 80 West	—	—
US 6	—	—
650th Street	—	—
East 7th Street	—	—

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Marquette Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Davenport, IA and Villisca, 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 West Locust Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Locust Street

Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road

2.5 mi · 5 min · Hickory Grove Road

At the end of the road, turn left onto West Kimberly Road

2.9 mi · 4 min · West Kimberly Road

Take the ramp right

65 mi · 1 hr 11 min

Continue straight

102 mi · 1 hr 51 min

Keep slight right to continue on I 80 West: Omaha

62 mi · 1 hr 7 min · I 80 West: Omaha

Take the exit slight right toward US 6, US 71: Atlantic, Audubon

0.4 mi · 49 sec · US 6, US 71: Atlantic, Audubon

Turn left onto 650th Street

6.5 mi · 9 min · 650th Street

Turn right onto East 7th Street

2.0 mi · 2 min · East 7th Street

Turn left onto Whitney Street

1.7 mi · 2 min · Whitney Street

Continue on 630th Street

31 mi · 42 min · 630th Street

Turn left onto West High Street

325 ft · 11 sec · West High Street

Turn right onto North U Avenue

0.4 mi · 58 sec · North U Avenue

Turn left onto West 3rd Street

0.5 mi · 52 sec · West 3rd Street

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour 23-minute duration, starting your drive from Davenport in the morning will allow ample time to reach Villisca comfortably. With only one recommended stop and a 0% highway share, your pacing will be dictated by the local road conditions and the frequency of turns. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as you'll want to ensure you have enough to cover the 279.1 miles, especially since the estimated fuel cost is $42. The 'turn-heavy' nature of this route means you'll need to stay engaged with your navigation; a good tip is to ensure your GPS is set to avoid highways to accurately follow the intended path.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 139.6 miles from Davenport, IA, or about 2h 41m into the drive.

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 61 miles or 1h 10m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 139.6 miles or 2h 41m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Villisca, 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.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 279.1 miles and 5h 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 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.

Where to Stop

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

city in Polk County, Iowa, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ankeny, IA

140 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.

Popular next leg

Ankeny, IA to Villisca, IA

122.6 mi · 2h 31m

Pacing Suggestions

Iowa City, IA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 61 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ankeny, IA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 139.6 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.

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

Café d'Marie

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Davenport, Iowa

0.2 mi

Miss Phay Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Davenport, Iowa

0.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

392Caffe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Davenport, Iowa

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Hours: 6:30 am–3 pm

+15632756292

Visit website

The Brewed Book - Coffee Shop & Used Book Store

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Davenport, Iowa

0.9 mi

ROZZ-TOX

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rock Island, Illinois

1 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

Café d'Marie

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 10:30 am–2:30 pm

+15633233293

Visit website

Miss Phay Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $20 to $30

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+15638881053

Visit website

Tommy's Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 5:30 am–2 pm

+15633236689

Visit website

QC Coffee and Pancake House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Rock Island, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+13097889589

Visit website

The Rialto Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 279.1

Villisca, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+17128269342

Figge Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: Closed

+15633456647

Visit website

NEST Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Rock Island, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+13092064012

Visit website

392Caffe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 6:30 am–3 pm

+15632756292

Visit website

The Brewed Book - Coffee Shop & Used Book Store

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15632326642

Visit website

ROZZ-TOX

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Rock Island, Illinois

Hours: 5 pm–12 am

Visit website

Playgrounds Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 179.4

Waukee, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+15156446331

Visit website

Coffee House Cafe and Goods

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15634849808

Visit website

Aroma Coffee & Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15633221774

Visit website

Midnight Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 59.8

Tiffin, Iowa

Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm

+13196262272

Visit website

Caffé Dallucci | Davenport, IA

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+15634217490

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 79.7

Williamsburg, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 59.8

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 179.4

Waukee, Iowa

+18887584389

Cafe On Vine

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Davenport, Iowa

Hours: 7–7:45 am

+15633244472

Visit website

Caramelcorn Shoppe/Smoothie Stop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 59.8

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+13196255568

Barrel House

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 59.8

Coralville, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13196262550

Visit website

Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 179.4

Clive, Iowa

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+15152239605

Visit website

Field Day Brewing Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 59.8

North Liberty, Iowa

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+13192082154

Visit website

Hayloft

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 259.2

Grant, Iowa

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+17127634425

Visit website

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$43.63 one way

$87.27 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 98 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$47.91	$95.82
premium	$4.89	$53.71	$107.42
diesel	$5.61	$61.62	$123.24

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$44

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 97.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	83.7	1	$29.31	$13.40
Efficient EV	69.8	0	$24.42	$11.16
EV Truck/SUV	111.6	1	$39.07	$17.86

Gas CO2

98 kg

EV CO2

33 kg (66% 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

Late night in Davenport on Sunday

Local time

3:06 AM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Villisca, IA

Late night in Villisca on Sunday

Local time

3:06 AM

CDT

Current temp

75°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

4 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 23m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a driving experience that's more about navigating local roads than cruising on interstates, with a 0% highway share. This route is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a landscape that winds through smaller towns and rural areas. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile indicates you'll be making regular adjustments to your direction. This isn't a route for setting speed records; instead, it offers a more intimate connection with the Iowa landscape as you transition from Marquette Street to West Locust Street and eventually onto Hickory Grove Road.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

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

Main road: Marquette Street.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 5h 23m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Davenport, IA to Villisca, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 23m. Total distance: 279.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Davenport, IA to Villisca, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Villisca, 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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Trip from Davenport, IA to Villisca, IA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Mantra Indian Cuisine & Spirits

392Caffe

Mantra Indian Cuisine & Spirits

Café d'Marie

Miss Phay Cafe

Tommy's Cafe

QC Coffee and Pancake House

The Rialto Cafe

Figge Cafe

NEST Cafe

392Caffe

The Brewed Book - Coffee Shop & Used Book Store

ROZZ-TOX

Playgrounds Cafe

Coffee House Cafe and Goods

Aroma Coffee & Cafe

Midnight Coffee

Caffé Dallucci | Davenport, IA

Electrify America Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

Shell Recharge Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Cafe On Vine

Caramelcorn Shoppe/Smoothie Stop

Barrel House

Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe

Field Day Brewing Co.

Hayloft

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Davenport, IA

Villisca, IA

Same local time

4 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 23m on the road

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How Hard Is This Drive?

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there rest areas on this route?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

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

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