How far is Belle Plaine, IA from Davenport, IA?
The driving distance from Belle Plaine, IA to Davenport, IA is about 109.5 miles (176.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.4 miles (147.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 49m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most populous city in Johnson County, Iowa.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Belle Plaine and Davenport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belle Plaine and Davenport.
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Start on 7th Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · 7th Avenue
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Continue on 11th Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · 11th Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 21
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 21
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Keep slight left
11.7 mi · 17 min
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Turn right onto Western Avenue
2692 ft · 53 sec · Western Avenue
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Turn left
8.8 mi · 12 min
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Continue on U Avenue
5.6 mi · 8 min · U Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1437 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
64.2 mi · 1 hr 10 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 Belle Plaine and Davenport.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
U Avenue
Merge slight left
64.2 mi · 01h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Belle Plaine and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Davenport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Belle Plaine to Davenport?
The road trip is about 109.5 miles (176.2 km) and usually takes 01h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Iowa City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.9 miles from Belle Plaine and 57.6 miles from Davenport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.4 miles (147.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.56 one way or $29.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Belle Plaine and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Davenport.
Stop Ideas Near Iowa City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Iowa City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Belle Plaine and Davenport. Straight-line distance: 91.43 mi (147.14 km).
#1 Belle Plaine
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,417 |
| Coordinates | 41.8969400, -92.2782400 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| 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: 176 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $14.56 | $29.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.42 | $32.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.96 | $35.93 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.47 | $40.95 |
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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