How far is Davenport, IA from Alta, IA?
The driving distance from Davenport, IA to Alta, IA is about 298.8 miles (480.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 254.3 miles (409.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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City in Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Davenport and Alta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport and Alta.
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Start on West 4th Street
1.1 km · 2 min · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto Marquette Street
1 mi · 2 min · Marquette Street
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Turn left onto West Locust Street
2659 ft · 1 min · West Locust Street
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Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi · 5 min · Hickory Grove Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Kimberly Road
2.9 mi · 4 min · West Kimberly Road
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Take the ramp right
51 mi · 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 380, US 218, IA 27
1850 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 380, US 218 North, IA 27 North: Cedar Rapids, Waterloo
3219 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
70.8 mi · 1 hr 19 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
152.2 mi · 2 hr 56 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Turn right onto Gard Avenue
5.9 mi · 8 min · Gard Avenue
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Continue on 90th Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · 90th Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 630th Street
2647 ft · 43 sec · 630th Street
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Turn right onto 85th Avenue
951 ft · 17 sec · 85th Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 110
2.7 mi · 4 min · State Highway 110
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Continue on State Highway 110
1595 ft · 30 sec · State Highway 110
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Continue on 90th Avenue
1549 ft · 34 sec · 90th Avenue
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Turn left onto Highway 7
3.3 mi · 5 min · Highway 7
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Turn right onto 60th Avenue
613 ft · 27 sec · 60th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 60th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Davenport and Alta.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Avenue of the Saints
Keep slight left to continue on Avenue of the Saints
152 mi · 02h 56m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Davenport and Chance Rain Showers near Alta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Davenport to Alta?
The road trip is about 298.8 miles (480.8 km) and usually takes 05h 50m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Dike is a useful midpoint, sitting about 149.1 miles from Davenport and 149.7 miles from Alta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 254.3 miles (409.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:20 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.75 one way or $79.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 93.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Davenport and Chance Rain Showers near Alta.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Davenport and Alta. Straight-line distance: 254.3 mi (409.26 km).
#1 Davenport
The most populous city in Scott County, Iowa.
| Population | 101,799 |
| Coordinates | 41.5236400, -90.5776400 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alta
City in Buena Vista County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,916 |
| Coordinates | 42.6735900, -95.2905500 |
| Altitude | 454 |
| Country | United States |
End: Alta (-95.29055, 42.67359)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 481 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 43m |
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 | $39.75 | $79.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $44.83 | $89.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $49.05 | $98.11 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $55.90 | $111.81 |
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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