How far is Davenport, IA from Monroe, IA?

The driving distance from Davenport, IA to Monroe, IA is about 145.6 miles (234.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 130.6 miles (210.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 38m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
145.57 mi
02h 49m
Flight
130.57 mi
210.14 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
130.57 mi
Kilometers
210.14 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
145.57 mi
Kilometers
234.27 km
Drive Time
02h 49m

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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 49m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Monroe
Thu, Apr 16, 12:38 AM CDT
Return by in Davenport
Thu, Apr 16, 3:27 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Davenport
2026-04-15T21:49
Arrive Monroe
Thu, Apr 16, 12:38 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 49m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:49 AM to 12:49 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:52 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Davenport
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Williamsburg
IA

City in Iowa

From Davenport
72.6 mi
01h 24m
To Monroe
72.9 mi
01h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
64°F
Overnight

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 5:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 mph SW
Destination
75°F
This Afternoon

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 1:00 PM CDT
Wind
12 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Davenport and Monroe.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Davenport and Monroe.

  1. 1

    Start on West 4th Street

    1.1 km · 2 min · West 4th Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Marquette Street

    1 mi · 2 min · Marquette Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto West Locust Street

    2659 ft · 1 min · West Locust Street

  4. 4

    Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road

    2.5 mi · 5 min · Hickory Grove Road

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn left onto West Kimberly Road

    2.9 mi · 4 min · West Kimberly Road

  6. 6

    Take the ramp right

    64.9 mi · 1 hr 11 min

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    61.3 mi · 1 hr 6 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward US 6, IA 14: Newton, Monroe

    1632 ft · 44 sec

  9. 9

    Turn left onto State Highway 14

    11 mi · 16 min · State Highway 14

  10. 10

    Continue on Monroe Street

    2836 ft · 48 sec · Monroe Street

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Monroe Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Davenport and Monroe.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
11 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Kimberly Road
129 mi · 89%
State Highway 14
11 mi · 8%
Hickory Grove Road
2.46 mi · 2%
Marquette Street
1.03 mi · 1%
West 4th Street
0.69 mi
Monroe Street
0.54 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 49m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15 mi
130.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Williamsburg
01h 24m from Davenport
Leave By
12:52 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Davenport and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Monroe.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Davenport to Monroe?

The road trip is about 145.6 miles (234.3 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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?

Williamsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.6 miles from Davenport and 72.9 miles from Monroe.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 130.6 miles (210.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 12:52 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.38 one way or $38.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Davenport and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Monroe.

Stop Ideas Near Williamsburg

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Williamsburg, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Williamsburg.

RAIL

Ottumwa station

79 mi away
210 West Main Street
RAIL

Mount Pleasant

86 mi away
418 North Adams Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Davenport and Monroe. Straight-line distance: 130.57 mi (210.14 km).

Davenport

#1 Davenport

The most populous city in Scott County, Iowa.

Population101,799
Coordinates41.5236400, -90.5776400
Altitude180
CountryUnited States
Monroe

#2 Monroe

City in Jasper County, Iowa, United States

Population1,905
Coordinates41.5222100, -93.1018700
Altitude282
CountryUnited States
Start: Davenport (-90.57764, 41.52364)
End: Monroe (-93.10187, 41.52221)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 234 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 51m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 38m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 54m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 25m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 04m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 48m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.14 gal
19.44 L · about $19.38
Round trip
$38.77
10.28 gal · 38.88 L
Estimated CO2
45.7 kg one way
Round trip: 91.4 kg / 202 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $19.38 $38.77
Mid-grade $4.25 $21.86 $43.72
Premium $4.65 $23.92 $47.84
Diesel $5.30 $27.26 $54.53

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Iowa · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Davenport and Monroe. The current time is 21:49:09.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.