How far is Burlington, IA from Davenport, IA?
The driving distance from Burlington, IA to Davenport, IA is about 75.1 miles (120.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.8 miles (91.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 00m 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 30m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Louisa County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Burlington and Davenport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burlington and Davenport.
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Start on South Central Avenue
2288 ft · 50 sec · South Central Avenue
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Turn left onto Osborn Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Osborn Street
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Turn slight left onto Sunnyside Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Sunnyside Avenue
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Turn right
43.3 mi · 50 min
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Turn left onto Douglas King Memorial Expressway
7.1 mi · 8 min · Douglas King Memorial Expressway
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Continue on U.S. 61
20.3 mi · 23 min · U.S. 61
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Continue on West River Drive
6 mi · 10 min · West River Drive
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Turn left onto Main Street
1222 ft · 55 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto West 4th Street
565 ft · 16 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 Burlington 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.
Longest stretch
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43.3 mi · 00h 50m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Burlington 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 Burlington to Davenport?
The road trip is about 75.1 miles (120.9 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?
Letts is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40 miles from Burlington and 35.1 miles from Davenport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.8 miles (91.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.3 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 3:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.99 one way or $19.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Burlington and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Davenport.
Stop Ideas Near Letts
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 Letts.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Burlington and Davenport. Straight-line distance: 56.77 mi (91.37 km).
#1 Burlington
City in Des Moines County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 24,516 |
| Coordinates | 40.8075400, -91.1129200 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| 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: 121 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $9.99 | $19.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.27 | $22.54 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.33 | $24.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.06 | $28.11 |
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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