Williamsburg to Davenport is 80.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 37 minutes via I 80, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within the Midwest, connecting two points in Iowa. It's primarily a highway-focused trip, making it a practical choice for a quick transit or a day trip. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, so expect efficient travel. With only one day recommended, this route is ideal if you're looking for a no-fuss journey between these two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.4 miles from Williamsburg, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 45m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 80
69 mi
1h 14m
West Kimberly Road
3 mi
4m
Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi
5m
US 6
1.5 mi
2m
State Highway 149
1.3 mi
2m
West Locust Street
0.9 mi
2m
Harrison Street
0.7 mi
1m
South Highland Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 69 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williamsburg, IA and Davenport, IA.
1
Start on Court Street
142 ft·11 sec·Court Street
2
Turn left onto West Welsh Street
399 ft·13 sec·West Welsh Street
3
Turn left onto IA 149
0.4 mi·34 sec·South Highland Street
4
Continue on IA 149
1.3 mi·2 min·State Highway 149
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
6
Merge onto I 80
69 mi·1 hr 14 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
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 37 minutes, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart at any time of day. Since the drive is so brief and you'll be on I 80 for the longest stretch, consider filling up your fuel tank before leaving Williamsburg to ensure you have plenty for the entire 80.7-mile journey and beyond. There are no specific stops recommended, so you can make good time. However, if you do need a break, I 80 is well-equipped with services along the way.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.4 miles from Williamsburg, IA, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69 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 18 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.4 miles or 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 16m
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 Williamsburg, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Williamsburg, IA
This is one driving day of about 80.7 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Williamsburg, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 69 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 79.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|West Welsh Street
Turn left onto West Welsh Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|IA 149 / South Highland Street
Turn left onto IA 149 / South Highland Street
Navigation decision point
5
71.4 mi into trip|~1h 19m 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
72.5 mi into trip|~1h 21m 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
79.7 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|West 14th Street
Turn left onto West 14th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.62 one way
$25.23 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.85
$27.70
premium
$4.89
$15.53
$31.06
diesel
$5.61
$17.82
$35.64
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.2
0
$8.47
$3.87
Efficient EV
20.2
0
$7.06
$3.23
EV Truck/SUV
32.3
0
$11.30
$5.16
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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 15, 2026
Origin
Williamsburg, IA
Night
in Williamsburg on Saturday
Local time
11:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Davenport, IA
Night
in Davenport on Saturday
Local time
11:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Tipton, IA
40 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
1 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
1h 37m 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?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the journey on interstates. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 69 miles on I 80, which means consistent speed and minimal interaction with local traffic. The road character is consistent for the majority of the trip, offering a predictable driving experience. As you approach Davenport, you'll transition onto roads like West Kimberly Road and Hickory Grove Road, which may offer a slight change in scenery and pace before reaching your destination.
89% 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: 69 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 early in the drive near West Welsh Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 37m 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: near the start (West Welsh Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (IA 149 / South Highland Street): Navigation decision point; at 71.4 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 Williamsburg, IA and Davenport, IA, road signs point toward Moline and Walcott.
Moline
71.4 mi in|~1h 19m|via US 6
Walcott
72.5 mi in|~1h 21m|via US 6
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 80.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 69 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: near the start (West Welsh Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (IA 149 / South Highland Street): Navigation decision point; at 71.4 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.
