How far is Earlham, IA from Davenport, IA?

Fastest route

Here are the directions to travel from Earlham, Iowa 50072 to Davenport, Iowa:

Directions

  1. Head north on N Chestnut Ave toward NE 2nd St. 
  2. Turn right to merge onto I-80 E/US-6 E. 
  3. Follow I-80 E/US-6 E and continue on I-80 E. 
  4. Take exit 292 for IA-130 W/Northwest Blvd toward Maysville. 
  5. Follow Northwest Blvd and Harrison St to W 4th St. 
  6. Turn right onto Northwest Blvd and left to stay on Northwest Blvd. 
  7. Slight right onto N Harrison St and pass by Kwik Shop. 

Tips & Suggestions

  • Make sure to follow the signs for I-35 N/Chicago/Minneapolis when on I-80 E. 
  • Keep right at the fork to stay on I-80 E. 
  • Pay attention to the road and traffic signals for a safe journey. 
  • It's recommended to have a GPS or navigation system for accurate directions. 
  • Take breaks and rest when needed during the approximately 3-hour drive. 
  • Keep an eye out for landmarks and notable locations to ensure you're on the right track. 
  • Enjoy the journey and have a great time in Davenport, Iowa! 
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
198.05 mi
03h 09m
Flight
183.5 mi
295.32 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
183.5 mi
Kilometers
295.32 km
Flight Time
00h 22m

Driving Distance

Road route
198.05 mi
Kilometers
318.73 km
Drive Time
03h 09m

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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 03h 09m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Davenport
Thu, Apr 23, 1:09 AM CDT
Return by in Earlham
Thu, Apr 23, 4:18 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Earlham
2026-04-22T21:59
Arrive Davenport
Thu, Apr 23, 1:09 AM CDT
Route Timing
03h 09m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:10 AM to 11:10 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:40 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Earlham
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Guernsey
IA

City in Poweshiek County, Iowa, United States of America

From Earlham
98 mi
01h 34m
To Davenport
100 mi
01h 34m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
9 to 18 mph S
Destination
77°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Northwest Locust Avenue

    73 m · 13 sec · Northwest Locust Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Northwest 2nd Street

    118 m · 22 sec · Northwest 2nd Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto North Chestnut Avenue

    2281 ft · 1 min · North Chestnut Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on County Road P57

    1570 ft · 31 sec · County Road P57

  5. 5

    Continue on I Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · I Avenue

  6. 6

    Take the ramp right toward I-80 east: Des Moines

    1947 ft · 48 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    18.2 mi · 20 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on I 35, I 80 East: Chicago, Minneapolis, Kansas City

    14.4 mi · 17 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left

    152.3 mi · 2 hr 45 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock Island, Moline

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott

    2019 ft · 51 sec

  12. 12

    Continue on West Kimberly Road

    3 mi · 4 min · West Kimberly Road

  13. 13

    Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road

    2.5 mi · 5 min · Hickory Grove Road

  14. 14

    Turn left onto West Locust Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · West Locust Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Gaines Street

    1543 ft · 49 sec · Gaines Street

  16. 16

    Turn left onto West 14th Street

    1544 ft · 46 sec · West 14th Street

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Harrison Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · Harrison Street

  18. 18

    Turn right onto West 4th Street

    50 m · 4 sec · West 4th Street

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
19 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 35
167 mi · 84%
I-80 east
18.6 mi · 9%
West Kimberly Road
3.01 mi · 2%
Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi · 1%
I 280 East
1.15 mi · 1%
West Locust Street
0.95 mi
Longest Stretch

I 35

Keep slight left

152 mi · 02h 45m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 09m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.5 mi
183.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Guernsey
01h 34m from Earlham
Leave By
10:40 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Earlham and Sunny near Davenport.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 198 miles (318.7 km) and usually takes 03h 09m 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?

Guernsey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 98 miles from Earlham and 100 miles from Davenport.

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

The direct path is about 183.5 miles (295.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.5 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 10:40 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.36 one way or $52.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Earlham and Sunny near Davenport.

Stop Ideas Near Guernsey

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Guernsey, 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 Guernsey.

RAIL

Ottumwa station

70 mi away
210 West Main Street
RAIL

Mount Pleasant

100 mi away
418 North Adams Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Earlham and Davenport. Straight-line distance: 183.5 mi (295.32 km).

Earlham

#1 Earlham

City

Population1,409
Coordinates41.4919300, -94.1241200
Altitude336
CountryUnited States
Davenport

#2 Davenport

The most populous city in Scott County, Iowa.

Population101,799
Coordinates41.5236400, -90.5776400
Altitude180
CountryUnited States
Start: Northwest Locust Avenue (-94.124422, 41.491931)
End: West 4th Street (-90.577639, 41.523536)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 319 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 35m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 57m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 57m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 18m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 49m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 28m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.99 gal
26.45 L · about $26.36
Round trip
$52.72
13.98 gal · 52.9 L
Estimated CO2
62.1 kg one way
Round trip: 124.2 kg / 274 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $26.36 $52.72
Mid-grade $4.25 $29.73 $59.46
Premium $4.65 $32.53 $65.06
Diesel $5.30 $37.07 $74.15

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Earlham and Davenport. The current time is 21:59:08.

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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.