How far is Bridgeport, IA from Iowa City, IA?
The driving distance from Bridgeport, IA to Iowa City, IA is about 74.1 miles (119.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.1 miles (88.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 03m 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 31m.
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 Scott County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bridgeport and Iowa City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgeport and Iowa City.
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Start on 233rd Avenue
32 m · 6 sec · 233rd Avenue
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Turn right onto Ansel Briggs Highway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Ansel Briggs Highway
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Turn right onto East Platt Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East Platt Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on 200th Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · 200th Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward US 61: Davenport
2168 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
32.1 mi · 37 min
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Take the exit slight right
49.1 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IA 1: Mount Vernon
1592 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto North Dodge Street
2.1 mi · 5 min · North Dodge Street
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Turn right onto Church Street
1200 ft · 38 sec · Church Street
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Turn left onto North Gilbert Street
2492 ft · 2 min · North Gilbert Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Gilbert Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bridgeport and Iowa City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 61
Take the exit slight right
49.1 mi · 00h 54m
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.
Sunny leaving Bridgeport and Sunny near Iowa City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bridgeport to Iowa City?
The road trip is about 74.1 miles (119.3 km) and usually takes 01h 31m 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?
Maysville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.6 miles from Bridgeport and 29.6 miles from Iowa City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.1 miles (88.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 19 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 3:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.88 one way or $19.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bridgeport and Sunny near Iowa City.
Stop Ideas Near Maysville
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 Maysville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bridgeport and Iowa City. Straight-line distance: 55.08 mi (88.65 km).
#1 Bridgeport
City in Jackson County, Alabama, United States
| Population | 2,728 |
| Coordinates | 42.0894600, -90.6270800 |
| Altitude | 209 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Iowa City
The most populous city in Johnson County, Iowa.
| Population | 75,130 |
| Coordinates | 41.6611300, -91.5301700 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Gilbert Street (-91.530165, 41.661126)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 119 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
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 | $9.88 | $19.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.14 | $22.29 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.19 | $24.39 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.90 | $27.79 |
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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