This 145.8-mile drive from Monroe, Iowa, to Davenport, Iowa, will take you about 2 hours and 50 minutes. It's a straightforward trip primarily on I-80, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With an estimated fuel cost of $23, this Midwest to Midwest journey is budget-friendly. The route is heavily focused on highway travel, so expect a consistent pace for most of the 2 hours and 50 minutes. It's a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to get between these two Iowa locations.
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
72.9 miles from Monroe, 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
124.8 mi
2h 14m
State Highway 14
10.8 mi
16m
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
North Monroe Street
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 124.8 mi, about 2h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monroe, IA and Davenport, IA.
1
Start on IA 14
0.5 mi·48 sec·North Monroe Street
2
Continue on IA 14
11 mi·16 min·State Highway 14
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
4
Merge onto I 80
125 mi·2 hr 14 min·I 80
5
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
6
Take the exit onto US 6
0.4 mi·51 sec·US 6
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
7
Continue on US 6
3.0 mi·4 min·West Kimberly Road
8
Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi·5 min·Hickory Grove Road
9
Turn left onto US 6 Hist
0.9 mi·2 min·West Locust Street
10
Turn right onto Gaines Street
0.3 mi·49 sec·Gaines Street
11
Turn left onto West 14th Street
0.3 mi·45 sec·West 14th Street
12
At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business
0.7 mi·1 min·Harrison Street
13
Turn right onto West 4th Street
165 ft·4 sec·West 4th Street
14
Arrive at destination
West 4th Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 50 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in one day. Consider an early morning departure to maximize your time at your destination. Since the longest stretch without a significant change in road is 124.8 miles on I-80, plan for a single fuel and rest stop if needed. The $23 fuel cost suggests you won't need to worry too much about frequent fill-ups, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Keep an eye out for the transition from I-80 to State Highway 14 and then West Kimberly Road as you near Davenport.
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 72.9 miles from Monroe, IA, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 124.8 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 32 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.9 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 13m
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 Monroe, 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 Monroe, IA
This is one driving day of about 145.8 miles and 2h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Monroe, 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 124.8 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 136.5 and 145.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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136.5 mi into trip|~2h 32m 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
137.6 mi into trip|~2h 34m 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...
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144.5 mi into trip|~2h 46m in|Gaines Street
Turn right onto Gaines Street
Navigation decision point
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144.8 mi into trip|~2h 47m in|West 14th Street
Turn left onto West 14th Street
Navigation decision point
4
145.1 mi into trip|~2h 48m in|US 61 Business / Harrison Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business / Harrison Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.79 one way
$45.59 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$25.03
$50.05
premium
$4.89
$28.06
$56.12
diesel
$5.61
$32.19
$64.38
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.7
0
$15.31
$7.00
Efficient EV
36.5
0
$12.76
$5.83
EV Truck/SUV
58.3
0
$20.41
$9.33
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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 15, 2026
Origin
Monroe, IA
Late night
in Monroe on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Davenport, IA
Late night
in Davenport on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
20 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
2h 50m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Your drive will be dominated by I-80, accounting for 94% of the total mileage. This means you'll experience a highway-focused profile with long, uninterrupted stretches, including one segment of 124.8 miles on I-80. While the majority of the route is on this main interstate, you'll also navigate State Highway 14 and West Kimberly Road as you approach your destination. Expect a consistent driving experience for the bulk of the trip, characterized by the efficiency of interstate travel.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 124.8 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and State Highway 14. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 136.5 miles in near US 6.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Monroe, IA to Davenport, IA is easy. At 2h 50m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 136.5 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 137.6 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 144.5 miles (Gaines Street): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Monroe, IA and Davenport, IA, road signs point toward Moline and Walcott.
Moline
136.5 mi in|~2h 32m|via US 6
Walcott
137.6 mi in|~2h 34m|via US 6
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 50m. Total distance: 145.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 124.8 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: at 136.5 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 137.6 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 144.5 miles (Gaines Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Davenport, IA before heading back.
