How far is Alta, IA from Davenport, IA?
The driving distance from Alta, IA to Davenport, IA is about 301.3 miles (484.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 254.3 miles (409.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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City in Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alta and Davenport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alta and Davenport.
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Start on 60th Avenue
613 ft · 28 sec · 60th Avenue
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Turn left onto Highway 7
3.3 mi · 5 min · Highway 7
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Turn right onto 90th Avenue
1549 ft · 29 sec · 90th Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 110
3 mi · 4 min · State Highway 110
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Turn straight onto 85th Avenue
951 ft · 22 sec · 85th Avenue
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Turn left onto 630th Street
2647 ft · 43 sec · 630th Street
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Turn right onto 90th Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · 90th Avenue
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Continue on Gard Avenue
5.9 mi · 8 min · Gard Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 220th Street
157.8 mi · 3 hr 2 min · 220th Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
64.7 mi · 1 hr 12 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80
1362 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Davenport
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
49.7 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock Island, Moline
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
2019 ft · 51 sec
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Continue on West Kimberly Road
3 mi · 4 min · West Kimberly Road
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Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi · 5 min · Hickory Grove Road
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Turn left onto West Locust Street
1.5 km · 2 min · West Locust Street
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Turn right onto Gaines Street
1543 ft · 49 sec · Gaines Street
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Turn left onto West 14th Street
1544 ft · 46 sec · West 14th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Harrison Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Harrison Street
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
50 m · 4 sec · West 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alta and Davenport.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
220th Street
At the end of the road, turn left onto 220th Street
158 mi · 03h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alta to Davenport?
The road trip is about 301.3 miles (484.9 km) and usually takes 04h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Dike is a useful midpoint, sitting about 149.4 miles from Alta and 151.9 miles from Davenport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 254.3 miles (409.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 47 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.09 one way or $80.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 94.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Alta and Showers And Thunderstorms near Davenport.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alta and Davenport. Straight-line distance: 254.3 mi (409.26 km).
#1 Alta
City in Buena Vista County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,916 |
| Coordinates | 42.6735900, -95.2905500 |
| Altitude | 454 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Davenport
The most populous city in Scott County, Iowa.
| Population | 101,799 |
| Coordinates | 41.5236400, -90.5776400 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 4th Street (-90.577639, 41.523536)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 485 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 45m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $40.09 | $80.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $45.21 | $90.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $49.47 | $98.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $56.38 | $112.76 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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