How far is Fort Dodge, IA from Davenport, IA?
The driving distance from Fort Dodge, IA to Davenport, IA is about 233.6 miles (375.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 196.2 miles (315.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 28m 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 44m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Dodge and Davenport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Dodge and Davenport.
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Start on 8th Avenue South
1.6 km · 2 min · 8th Avenue South
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South 32nd Street
2798 ft · 1 min · South 32nd Street
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Continue on Paragon Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · Paragon Avenue
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Continue on Mill Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Mill Road
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Continue on 220th Street
2515 ft · 50 sec · 220th Street
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Turn right onto Quail Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Quail Avenue
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Continue on Nelson Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · Nelson Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward US 20 East
100.6 mi · 1 hr 57 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
64.7 mi · 1 hr 12 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80
1362 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Davenport
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
49.7 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock Island, Moline
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
2019 ft · 51 sec
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Continue on West Kimberly Road
3 mi · 4 min · West Kimberly Road
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Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi · 5 min · Hickory Grove Road
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Turn left onto West Locust Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West Locust Street
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Turn right onto Warren Street
1541 ft · 49 sec · Warren Street
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Turn left onto West 14th Street
2345 ft · 1 min · West 14th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Harrison Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Harrison Street
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Turn right onto West 4th Street
50 m · 4 sec · West 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Dodge and Davenport.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 20 East
Take the ramp left toward US 20 East
101 mi · 01h 57m
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.
Sunny leaving Fort Dodge and Sunny near Davenport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Dodge to Davenport?
The road trip is about 233.6 miles (375.9 km) and usually takes 03h 44m 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?
Brandon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 115.4 miles from Fort Dodge and 118.2 miles from Davenport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 196.2 miles (315.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.4 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 9:32 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.07 one way or $62.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fort Dodge and Sunny near Davenport.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Dodge and Davenport. Straight-line distance: 196.2 mi (315.75 km).
#1 Fort Dodge
City in Iowa
| Population | 23,906 |
| Coordinates | 42.4974700, -94.1680200 |
| Altitude | 340 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Davenport
The most populous city in Scott County, Iowa.
| Population | 101,799 |
| Coordinates | 41.5236400, -90.5776400 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 4th Street (-90.577639, 41.523536)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 376 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 54m |
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 | $31.07 | $62.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $35.04 | $70.09 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $38.35 | $76.70 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $43.70 | $87.41 |
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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