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Trip from Iowa City, IA to Davenport, 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 11m

Distance

55.2 mi

89 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 17 min
4 AM
1h 6m ★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 8m

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

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city in Johnson County, Iowa, United States

Iowa City, IA

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county seat of Scott County, Iowa, United States

Davenport, IA

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick transition between Iowa City and Davenport, this 55.2-mile trek is a straightforward, manageable journey. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 11 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, this route is as economical as it is efficient. You will remain within the Midwest region for the entirety of the trip, crossing from one Iowa hub to another. Because the drive is short, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule without worrying about fatigue. It is a no-fuss connection that gets you to your destination with plenty of time left in your day.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 80 42.7 mi 46m
West Kimberly Road 3 mi 4m
Hickory Grove Road 2.5 mi 5m
US 6 1.5 mi 2m
North Dodge Street 1.4 mi 2m
West Locust Street 0.9 mi 2m
Harrison Street 0.7 mi 1m
South Gilbert Street 0.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 80 — 42.7 mi, about 46m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on South Gilbert Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Gilbert Street
2

Turn right onto Church Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Church Street
3

Turn left onto IA 1

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Governor Street
4

Turn right onto IA 1

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Dodge Street
5

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 47 sec
6

Merge onto I 80

43 mi · 46 min · I 80
7

Take the exit onto US 6

1.1 mi · 2 min · US 6
Toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock Island, Moline
8

Take the exit onto US 6

0.4 mi · 51 sec · US 6
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
9

Continue on US 6

3.0 mi · 4 min · West Kimberly Road
10

Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road

2.5 mi · 5 min · Hickory Grove Road
11

Turn left onto US 6 Hist

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Locust Street
12

Turn right onto Gaines Street

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Gaines Street
13

Turn left onto West 14th Street

0.3 mi · 45 sec · West 14th Street
14

At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business

0.7 mi · 1 min · Harrison Street
15

Turn right onto West 4th Street

165 ft · 4 sec · West 4th Street
16

Arrive at destination

West 4th Street

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Durant, IA, IA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Durant, IA

28 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

Durant, IA to Davenport, IA

20.1 mi · 36m

Pacing Suggestions

West Branch, IA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Wilton, IA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 27.6 miles from Iowa City, 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 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 54.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | Church Street

Turn right onto Church Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in | IA 1 / North Governor Street

Turn left onto IA 1 / North Governor Street

Navigation decision point

5
45.8 mi into trip | ~53m in | US 6

Take the exit onto US 6 toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock Island, Moline

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

Toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock...
5
47 mi into trip | ~55m in | US 6

Take the exit onto US 6 toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott

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

Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, W...
5
54.1 mi into trip | ~1h 8m in | West 14th Street

Turn left onto West 14th Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$8.63 one way

$17.26 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 19 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $9.48 $18.95
premium $4.89 $10.62 $21.25
diesel $5.61 $12.19 $24.37

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$9

Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 16.6 0 $5.80 $2.65
Efficient EV 13.8 0 $4.83 $2.21
EV Truck/SUV 22.1 0 $7.73 $3.53

Gas CO2

19 kg

EV CO2

6 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.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Iowa City, IA

Late night in Iowa City on Sunday

Local time

5:35 AM

CDT

Current temp

65°F

Mostly Cloudy

SW 10 to 15 mph 11% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 13 at 10:43PM CDT until April 14 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS La Crosse WI

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 9:00PM CDT until April 16 at 7:30AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Destination

Davenport, IA

Late night in Davenport on Sunday

Local time

5:35 AM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

50°F

Durant, IA

28 mi in

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

6 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

1h 11m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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

What kind of drive is this?

This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 80% of your travel taking place on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-80, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 42.7 miles. The experience is primarily an interstate grind, offering a consistent pace for the majority of the hour-long trip. As you approach your destination, you will transition off the interstate and onto West Kimberly Road and Hickory Grove Road. Prepare for a shift from the high-speed rhythm of the highway to the more localized traffic patterns of the Davenport area.

80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.7 mi on I 80.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and West Kimberly Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Church 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 11m 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 0.5 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (IA 1 / North Governor Street): Navigation decision point; at 45.8 miles (US 6): 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 Iowa City, IA and Davenport, IA, road signs point toward Moline and Walcott.

Moline

45.8 mi in | ~53m | via US 6

Walcott

47 mi in | ~55m | via US 6

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 55.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 42.7 miles on I 80. 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 0.5 miles (Church Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (IA 1 / North Governor Street): Navigation decision point; at 45.8 miles (US 6): 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 Davenport, 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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