How far is Buffalo, IA from Le Claire, IA?
The driving distance from Buffalo, IA to Le Claire, IA is about 31.7 miles (51 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22 miles (35.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Scott County Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buffalo and Le Claire.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buffalo and Le Claire.
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Start on 2nd Street
11 m · 6 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Jefferson Street
114 m · 16 sec · Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto West Front Street
2.9 mi · 4 min · West Front Street
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Continue on Rockingham Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Rockingham Road
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Take the ramp slight left
1881 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
7.5 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East, US 61 North: Chicago
16.2 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 67: LeClaire, Bettendorf
2799 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left onto South Cody Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · South Cody Road
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Turn right onto Jones Street
14 m · 2 sec · Jones Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Jones Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buffalo and Le Claire.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 80 East
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East, US 61 North: Chicago
16.2 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Buffalo and Sunny near Le Claire.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buffalo to Le Claire?
The road trip is about 31.7 miles (51 km) and usually takes 00h 41m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Eldridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.8 miles from Buffalo and 15.8 miles from Le Claire.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22 miles (35.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.22 one way or $8.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Buffalo and Sunny near Le Claire.
Stop Ideas Near Eldridge
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 Eldridge.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buffalo and Le Claire. Straight-line distance: 21.98 mi (35.37 km).
#1 Buffalo
City in Iowa
| Population | 1,257 |
| Coordinates | 41.4564200, -90.7234700 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Le Claire
City in Scott County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 3,955 |
| Coordinates | 41.5986400, -90.3434600 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: Le Claire (-90.34346, 41.59864)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.22 | $8.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.76 | $9.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.21 | $10.42 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.94 | $11.88 |
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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