If you are planning a trip from Slater to Davenport, you are looking at a 184.3-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 55 minutes. This route is best suited as a comfortable day trip, as it does not require an overnight stay to complete. You will navigate primarily via local roads like East 6th Avenue, 330th Street, and Highway 210, meaning you will experience zero highway miles during your travel. Budgeting approximately $28 for fuel should cover your transit across this portion of the Midwest. It is an ideal path if you prefer a direct, local-focused drive over the speed of an interstate, allowing you to settle into the rhythm of the Iowa landscape at your own pace.
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
91.3 miles from Slater, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 42m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 80
151.7 mi
2h 44m
I 35
15 mi
16m
State Highway 210
4.4 mi
6m
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
330th Street
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 151.7 mi, about 2h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Slater, IA and Davenport, IA.
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Start on South Linn Street
32 ft·2 sec·South Linn Street
2
Turn right onto IA 210
0.3 mi·22 sec·East 6th Avenue
3
Continue on IA 210
0.8 mi·1 min·330th Street
4
Continue on IA 210
4.4 mi·6 min·State Highway 210
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I-35 south: Des Moines
6
Merge onto I 35
15 mi·16 min·I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35
0.2 mi·12 sec·I 35
Toward I 35 South, I 80: Kansas City, Council Bluffs, Davenport
8
Take the exit
0.8 mi·2 min
Exit 137AToward I 80 East: Davenport
9
Merge onto I 80
152 mi·2 hr 44 min·I 80
10
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
11
Take the exit onto US 6
0.4 mi·51 sec·US 6
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
12
Continue on US 6
3.0 mi·4 min·West Kimberly Road
13
Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi·5 min·Hickory Grove Road
14
Turn left onto US 6 Hist
0.9 mi·2 min·West Locust Street
15
Turn right onto Gaines Street
0.3 mi·49 sec·Gaines Street
16
Turn left onto West 14th Street
0.3 mi·45 sec·West 14th Street
17
At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business
0.7 mi·1 min·Harrison Street
18
Turn right onto West 4th Street
165 ft·4 sec·West 4th Street
19
Arrive at destination
West 4th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward, sub-three-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs, as the continuous turns can be more tiring than a typical interstate drive. Because you are avoiding major highways entirely, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Slater to ensure you reach Davenport without stress. Given the $28 fuel estimate, it is wise to fill up early since local roads may offer fewer service stations than major interstates. Use the lack of highway traffic to your advantage by pacing yourself, as the focus here should be on steady, cautious driving rather than quick arrival times.
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 91.3 miles from Slater, IA, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 151.7 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 40 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.3 miles or 1h 42m 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 46m
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 Slater, 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 Slater, IA
This is one driving day of about 182.6 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Slater, 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 151.7 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 173.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|IA 210 / East 6th Avenue
Turn right onto IA 210 / East 6th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
5.7 mi into trip|~8m in|I 35
Merge onto I 35
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
20.6 mi into trip|~25m in|I 35
Keep slight right at fork onto I 35 toward I 35 South, I 80: Kansas City, Council Bluffs, Davenport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 35 South, I 80: Kansas City, Council B...
5
20.8 mi into trip|~25m in
Take the exit toward I 80 East: Davenport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 137A
Toward I 80 East: Davenport
5
173.3 mi into trip|~3h 11m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.55 one way
$57.09 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg64 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$31.34
$62.69
premium
$4.89
$35.14
$70.28
diesel
$5.61
$40.32
$80.63
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
54.8
0
$19.17
$8.76
Efficient EV
45.7
0
$15.98
$7.30
EV Truck/SUV
73
0
$25.56
$11.69
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Slater, IA
Late night
in Slater on Tuesday
Local time
4:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Davenport, IA
Late night
in Davenport on Tuesday
Local time
4:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Vinton, IA
91 mi in
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
3 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
3h 29m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because the route relies entirely on smaller roads rather than interstates, you will find a more intimate connection to the terrain than you would on a major thoroughfare. This is not a high-speed cruise, so prepare for a steady, hands-on experience as you transition through the various local segments. Without any highway stretches to break up the drive, the consistency of the road surface and the frequency of turns define the character of your trip. Stay alert, as the winding nature of these roads requires consistent navigation throughout the entire 184.3-mile distance.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 151.7 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and I 35. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IA 210 / East 6th Avenue.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 182.6 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IA 210 / East 6th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5.7 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.6 miles (I 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Slater, IA and Davenport, IA, road signs point toward Council Bluffs and Moline.
Council Bluffs
20.6 mi in|~25m|via I 35
Moline
173.3 mi in|~3h 11m|via US 6
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 29m. Total distance: 182.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 151.7 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 (IA 210 / East 6th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5.7 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.6 miles (I 35): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Davenport, IA, but most travelers stay overnight.
