How far is Davenport, IA from Newton, IA?
The driving distance from Davenport, IA to Newton, IA is about 133.4 miles (214.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128.2 miles (206.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 08m 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 02h 34m.
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.
City in Johnson County, Iowa, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Davenport and Newton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport and Newton.
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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
57.2 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Newton
2066 ft · 50 sec
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Keep slight right
50 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto Iowa Speedway Drive
1 km · 1 min · Iowa Speedway Drive
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Turn left onto South 13th Avenue East
1.5 mi · 3 min · South 13th Avenue East
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Turn right onto East 12th Street South
1.2 km · 1 min · East 12th Street South
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
2554 ft · 1 min · 1st Avenue East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 1st Avenue East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Davenport and Newton.
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.
Sunny leaving Davenport and Mostly Sunny near Newton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Davenport to Newton?
The road trip is about 133.4 miles (214.7 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Oxford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.5 miles from Davenport and 66.9 miles from Newton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128.2 miles (206.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 1:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.76 one way or $35.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Davenport and Mostly Sunny near Newton.
Stop Ideas Near Oxford
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 Oxford.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Davenport and Newton. Straight-line distance: 128.19 mi (206.3 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 Newton
City in and the county seat of Jasper County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 15,127 |
| Coordinates | 41.6997100, -93.0479800 |
| Altitude | 290 |
| Country | United States |
End: Newton (-93.04798, 41.69971)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 215 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
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 | $17.76 | $35.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.03 | $40.06 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.92 | $43.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.98 | $49.96 |
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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