How far is Le Claire, IA from Eldridge, IA?
The driving distance from Le Claire, IA to Eldridge, IA is about 17.7 miles (28.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.1 miles (21.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 21m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Le Claire and Eldridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Le Claire and Eldridge.
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Start on Jones Street
14 m · 9 sec · Jones Street
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Turn left onto North Cody Road
1.6 mi · 4 min · North Cody Road
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Take the ramp right
2455 ft · 60 sec
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Merge slight left
10.1 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 61 North: Eldridge, DeWitt
3053 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right
1827 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left onto East Leclaire Road
1.3 km · 2 min · East Leclaire Road
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Turn right onto North 1st Street
961 ft · 38 sec · North 1st Street
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Turn left onto West Franklin Street
98 m · 13 sec · West Franklin Street
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Turn right onto North 2nd Street
86 m · 12 sec · North 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 2nd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Le Claire and Eldridge.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
North Cody Road
Merge slight left
10.1 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Le Claire and Mostly Sunny near Eldridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Le Claire to Eldridge?
The road trip is about 17.7 miles (28.5 km) and usually takes 00h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Panorama Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.8 miles from Le Claire and 8.9 miles from Eldridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.1 miles (21.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.34 one way or $4.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Le Claire and Mostly Sunny near Eldridge.
Stop Ideas Near Panorama Park
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 Panorama Park.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Le Claire and Eldridge. Straight-line distance: 13.11 mi (21.1 km).
#1 Le Claire
City in Scott County, Iowa, United States of America
| Population | 3,955 |
| Coordinates | 41.5986400, -90.3434600 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eldridge
City in Scott County Iowa
| Population | 6,864 |
| Coordinates | 41.6580900, -90.5845800 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 2nd Street (-90.58443, 41.65809)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.64 | $5.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.89 | $5.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.29 | $6.58 |
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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