How far is Palo, IA from Davenport, IA?
The driving distance from Palo, IA to Davenport, IA is about 92.3 miles (148.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.1 miles (117.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.
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 Iowa, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Palo and Davenport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palo and Davenport.
-
1
Start on Vinton Street
26 m · 9 sec · Vinton Street
-
2
Turn left onto 1st Street
2695 ft · 2 min · 1st Street
-
3
Turn left onto Covington Road
3.8 mi · 7 min · Covington Road
-
4
Take the ramp right toward IA 100 west: To US 30
1537 ft · 38 sec
-
5
Merge slight left
3.6 mi · 4 min
-
6
Keep slight left to continue on US 30 East, US 218 South: Cedar Rapids
1956 ft · 26 sec
-
7
Merge slight left
2.1 mi · 2 min
-
8
Continue straight
3.4 mi · 4 min
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 380 South, US 218 South, IA 27 South: Iowa City, Airport
2293 ft · 39 sec
-
10
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
15.4 mi · 17 min · Avenue of the Saints
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 80
1362 ft · 33 sec
-
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Davenport
1.2 mi · 3 min
-
13
Merge slight left
49.7 mi · 54 min
-
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock Island, Moline
1.1 mi · 2 min
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
2019 ft · 51 sec
-
16
Continue on West Kimberly Road
3 mi · 4 min · West Kimberly Road
-
17
Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi · 5 min · Hickory Grove Road
-
18
Turn left onto West Locust Street
1.5 km · 2 min · West Locust Street
-
19
Turn right onto Gaines Street
1543 ft · 49 sec · Gaines Street
-
20
Turn left onto West 14th Street
1544 ft · 46 sec · West 14th Street
-
21
At the end of the road, turn right onto Harrison Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Harrison Street
-
22
Turn right onto West 4th Street
50 m · 4 sec · West 4th Street
-
23
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Palo 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.
I 80 East
Merge slight left
49.7 mi · 00h 54m
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 Palo and Sunny near Davenport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Palo to Davenport?
The road trip is about 92.3 miles (148.6 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?
West Branch is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.2 miles from Palo and 47.2 miles from Davenport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.1 miles (117.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.2 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 3:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.29 one way or $24.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Palo and Sunny near Davenport.
Stop Ideas Near West Branch
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 West Branch.
Davenport, Iowa
Rock Island, IL
Moline, Illinois
Mount Pleasant
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Palo and Davenport. Straight-line distance: 73.07 mi (117.6 km).
#1 Palo
City in Linn County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,075 |
| Coordinates | 42.0661100, -91.7954600 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| 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: 149 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $12.29 | $24.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.86 | $27.73 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.17 | $30.34 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.29 | $34.58 |
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
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.