How far is Davenport, IA from Belle Plaine, IA?
The driving distance from Davenport, IA to Belle Plaine, IA is about 103.3 miles (166.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.4 miles (147.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 20m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 10m.
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.
The most populous city in Johnson County, Iowa.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Davenport and Belle Plaine.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport and Belle Plaine.
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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
64.9 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Continue straight
1.1 km · 43 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward US 151 North, CR W21 South: Amana Colonies
1801 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto U Avenue
5.5 mi · 8 min · U Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left
8.8 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto Western Avenue
2692 ft · 50 sec · Western Avenue
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Turn left onto West South Street
1321 ft · 22 sec · West South Street
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Continue on 212th Boulevard
11.2 mi · 17 min · 212th Boulevard
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Turn right onto State Highway 21
1.4 mi · 2 min · State Highway 21
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Continue on 11th Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · 11th Avenue
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Continue on 7th Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · 7th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 7th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Davenport and Belle Plaine.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Kimberly Road
Take the ramp right
64.9 mi · 01h 11m
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 Davenport and Rain Showers Likely near Belle Plaine.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Davenport to Belle Plaine?
The road trip is about 103.3 miles (166.3 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Iowa City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.6 miles from Davenport and 51.8 miles from Belle Plaine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.4 miles (147.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.9 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 2:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.76 one way or $27.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Davenport and Rain Showers Likely near Belle Plaine.
Stop Ideas Near Iowa City
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 Iowa City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Davenport and Belle Plaine. Straight-line distance: 91.43 mi (147.14 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 Belle Plaine
City in Iowa, United States
| Population | 2,417 |
| Coordinates | 41.8969400, -92.2782400 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
End: Belle Plaine (-92.27824, 41.89694)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 166 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
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 | $13.76 | $27.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.52 | $31.05 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.99 | $33.97 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.36 | $38.72 |
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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