How far is Davenport, IA from State Center, IA?
The driving distance from Davenport, IA to State Center, IA is about 155.2 miles (249.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.5 miles (221.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 06m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 03m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Iowa, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Davenport and State Center.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport and State Center.
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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
16 mi · 17 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward US 30 West, US 151 South, US 218 North: Tama
33.7 mi · 40 min
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Continue on Lincoln Highway
45.2 mi · 52 min · Lincoln Highway
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Turn right onto 3rd Avenue Southwest
2153 ft · 47 sec · 3rd Avenue Southwest
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Turn right onto 4th Street Southwest
860 ft · 23 sec · 4th Street Southwest
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue South
1114 ft · 24 sec · 1st Avenue South
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Turn right onto East Main Street
4 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Davenport and State Center.
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
51 mi · 00h 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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Davenport and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near State Center.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Davenport to State Center?
The road trip is about 155.2 miles (249.7 km) and usually takes 03h 03m 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?
Fairfax is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.4 miles from Davenport and 77.7 miles from State Center.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.5 miles (221.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.7 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 10:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.63 one way or $41.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Davenport and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near State Center.
Stop Ideas Near Fairfax
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Davenport and State Center. Straight-line distance: 137.53 mi (221.34 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 State Center
City in Marshall County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 1,432 |
| Coordinates | 42.0166500, -93.1635400 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| Country | United States |
End: State Center (-93.16354, 42.01665)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 250 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 56m |
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 | $20.63 | $41.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.26 | $46.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.46 | $50.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.01 | $58.03 |
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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