How far is Bettendorf, IA from Fort Madison, IA?
The driving distance from Bettendorf, IA to Fort Madison, IA is about 99.5 miles (160.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.6 miles (120 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 10m 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 02h 05m.
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.
City in Louisa County, Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bettendorf and Fort Madison.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bettendorf and Fort Madison.
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Start on the route
23 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto 12th Street
616 ft · 33 sec · 12th Street
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Turn left onto Grant Street
9.4 mi · 17 min · Grant Street
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Continue on 140th Street
20.3 mi · 23 min · 140th Street
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Continue on Douglas King Memorial Expressway
7.2 mi · 8 min · Douglas King Memorial Expressway
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Turn right onto Grandview Avenue
18 mi · 20 min · Grandview Avenue
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Continue on James L Hodges Avenue
27.6 mi · 34 min · James L Hodges Avenue
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Continue on 71st Street
5.7 mi · 7 min · 71st Street
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Continue on Highway 61
1.6 mi · 2 min · Highway 61
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Continue on 71st Street
708 ft · 9 sec · 71st Street
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Continue on 354th Avenue
4.8 mi · 6 min · 354th Avenue
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Take the exit slight right
1924 ft · 54 sec
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Turn left onto 354th Avenue
3.4 mi · 5 min · 354th Avenue
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Continue on 2nd Street
1442 ft · 25 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn slight right onto Avenue H
1.2 km · 1 min · Avenue H
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Turn left onto Avenue I
42 m · 12 sec · Avenue I
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Turn left
19 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bettendorf and Fort Madison.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
James L Hodges Avenue
Continue on James L Hodges Avenue
27.6 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Bettendorf and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fort Madison.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bettendorf to Fort Madison?
The road trip is about 99.5 miles (160.2 km) and usually takes 02h 05m 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?
Grandview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.8 miles from Bettendorf and 49.8 miles from Fort Madison.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.6 miles (120 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.9 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 2:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.24 one way or $26.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Bettendorf and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Fort Madison.
Stop Ideas Near Grandview
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bettendorf and Fort Madison. Straight-line distance: 74.53 mi (119.95 km).
#1 Bettendorf
City in Scott County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 36,665 |
| Coordinates | 41.5244800, -90.5156900 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Madison
City and county seat in Lee County, Iowa
| Population | 10,263 |
| Coordinates | 40.6297600, -91.3151500 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Madison (-91.31515, 40.62976)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 160 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.24 | $26.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.93 | $29.86 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.34 | $32.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.62 | $37.23 |
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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