How far is Davenport, IA from Le Claire, IA?
The driving distance from Davenport, IA to Le Claire, IA is about 14.5 miles (23.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.2 miles (21.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Scott County, Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Davenport and Le Claire.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport and Le Claire.
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Start on West 4th Street
73 m · 13 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn left onto Ripley Street
124 m · 19 sec · Ripley Street
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Turn left onto West 3rd Street
1.1 km · 2 min · West 3rd Street
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Turn slight left onto East River Drive
8.4 mi · 16 min · East River Drive
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Continue on Great River Road
2.3 mi · 3 min · Great River Road
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Continue on South Cody Road
3.1 mi · 6 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 Davenport 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.
East River Drive
Turn slight left onto East River Drive
8.39 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Davenport and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Le Claire.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Davenport to Le Claire?
The road trip is about 14.5 miles (23.4 km) and usually takes 00h 27m 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?
Riverdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.3 miles from Davenport and 7.3 miles from Le Claire.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.2 miles (21.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.92 one way or $3.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Davenport and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Le Claire.
Stop Ideas Near Riverdale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Davenport and Le Claire. Straight-line distance: 13.17 mi (21.19 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 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: 23 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
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 | $1.92 | $3.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.17 | $4.34 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.37 | $4.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.71 | $5.41 |
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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