This 151.5-mile drive from Mitchellville to Davenport, Iowa, is a straightforward Midwest journey designed for a single day. You can expect the trip to take approximately 2 hours and 52 minutes, making it an easy excursion. With 94% of the route on highways, primarily I-80, the focus is on efficient travel. The estimated fuel cost is around $24, and you'll likely find this a very manageable drive without needing an overnight stop. It's a classic example of getting from point A to point B across the heartland.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75.7 miles from Mitchellville, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 80
140.6 mi
2h 31m
West Kimberly Road
3 mi
4m
Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi
5m
US 6
1.5 mi
2m
West Locust Street
0.9 mi
2m
Harrison Street
0.7 mi
1m
6th Street Northwest
0.5 mi
<1m
Northeast 112th Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 140.6 mi, about 2h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mitchellville, IA and Davenport, IA.
1
Start on 2nd Street Northeast
97 ft·8 sec·2nd Street Northeast
2
Turn right onto CR S27
0.3 mi·39 sec·Center Avenue North
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR S27
0.5 mi·54 sec·6th Street Northwest
4
Turn right onto CR S27
0.4 mi·42 sec·Northeast 112th Street
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·45 sec
6
Merge onto I 80; US 6
141 mi·2 hr 31 min·I 80; US 6
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
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, this route offers a lot of flexibility for when you depart. Leaving in the morning allows for a full day at your destination in Davenport. With only one recommended stop and the majority of the drive on I-80, you can easily manage fuel and rest breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest uninterrupted stretch is over 140 miles on the interstate. Consider making your single stop around the halfway point to break up the drive, especially if you're not accustomed to extended highway driving.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.7 miles from Mitchellville, IA, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.6 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 33 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.7 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Davenport, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mitchellville, 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 Mitchellville, IA
This is one driving day of about 151.5 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Mitchellville, 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 140.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 150.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|CR S27 / Center Avenue North
Turn right onto CR S27 / Center Avenue North
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|CR S27 / 6th Street Northwest
At end of road, turn left onto CR S27 / 6th Street Northwest
Navigation decision point
5
142.1 mi into trip|~2h 34m 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
143.3 mi into trip|~2h 36m 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
150.4 mi into trip|~2h 50m in|West 14th Street
Turn left onto West 14th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.69 one way
$47.37 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg53 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$26.01
$52.01
premium
$4.89
$29.15
$58.31
diesel
$5.61
$33.45
$66.90
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.4
0
$15.91
$7.27
Efficient EV
37.9
0
$13.26
$6.06
EV Truck/SUV
60.6
0
$21.21
$9.70
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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 17, 2026
Origin
Mitchellville, IA
Night
in Mitchellville on Saturday
Local time
11:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Davenport, IA
Night
in Davenport on Saturday
Local time
11:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Clear
SE 5 mph0% chanceLive 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
16 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
2h 52m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 94% of the 151.5 miles spent on major roadways like I-80. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 140.6 miles on I-80, indicating significant time spent on this interstate. While the bulk of the journey is on this high-speed corridor, the route does incorporate local roads like West Kimberly Road and Hickory Grove Road as you approach Davenport. Expect a consistent pace for most of the drive, punctuated by transitions onto these more local routes near your destination.
94% 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: 140.6 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and West Kimberly Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR S27 / Center Avenue North.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mitchellville, IA to Davenport, IA is easy. At 2h 52m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR S27 / Center Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (CR S27 / 6th Street Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 142.1 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 Mitchellville, IA and Davenport, IA, road signs point toward Moline and Walcott.
Moline
142.1 mi in|~2h 34m|via US 6
Walcott
143.3 mi in|~2h 36m|via US 6
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 151.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 140.6 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR S27 / Center Avenue North): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (CR S27 / 6th Street Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 142.1 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.
