How far is Shell Rock, IA from Davenport, IA?
The driving distance from Shell Rock, IA to Davenport, IA is about 161.5 miles (259.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.5 miles (211.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 15m 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 02h 37m.
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.
The second most populous city in Iowa.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Shell Rock and Davenport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shell Rock and Davenport.
-
1
Start on South Cherry Street
3048 ft · 2 min · South Cherry Street
-
2
Turn left onto North Public Road
106 m · 21 sec · North Public Road
-
3
Turn right onto State Highway 3
1485 ft · 25 sec · State Highway 3
-
4
Continue on 230th Street
1.7 mi · 2 min · 230th Street
-
5
Take the ramp right
2320 ft · 57 sec
-
6
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
15.3 mi · 18 min · Avenue of the Saints
-
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 218 south: Waterloo
97 m · 8 sec
-
8
Continue on US 218 south: Waterloo
1625 ft · 40 sec
-
9
Merge slight left onto Leo P Rooff Expressway
6.7 mi · 8 min · Leo P Rooff Expressway
-
10
Continue on Washington Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · Washington Street
-
11
Keep slight right to continue on I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cedar Falls
6.5 mi · 8 min
-
12
Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
64.7 mi · 1 hr 12 min · Avenue of the Saints
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 80
1362 ft · 33 sec
-
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Davenport
1.2 mi · 3 min
-
15
Merge slight left
49.7 mi · 54 min
-
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock Island, Moline
1.1 mi · 2 min
-
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
2019 ft · 51 sec
-
18
Continue on West Kimberly Road
3 mi · 4 min · West Kimberly Road
-
19
Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi · 5 min · Hickory Grove Road
-
20
Turn left onto West Locust Street
1.5 km · 2 min · West Locust Street
-
21
Turn right onto Gaines Street
1543 ft · 49 sec · Gaines Street
-
22
Turn left onto West 14th Street
1544 ft · 46 sec · West 14th Street
-
23
At the end of the road, turn right onto Harrison Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Harrison Street
-
24
Turn right onto West 4th Street
50 m · 4 sec · West 4th Street
-
25
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Shell Rock and Davenport.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Avenue of the Saints
Keep slight right to continue on Avenue of the Saints
64.7 mi · 01h 12m
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 Shell Rock and Sunny near Davenport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shell Rock to Davenport?
The road trip is about 161.5 miles (259.9 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Cedar Rapids is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.7 miles from Shell Rock and 81.8 miles from Davenport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.5 miles (211.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 30 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 1:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.49 one way or $42.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Shell Rock and Sunny near Davenport.
Stop Ideas Near Cedar Rapids
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 Cedar Rapids.
Davenport, Iowa
Rock Island, IL
Moline, Illinois
Mount Pleasant
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shell Rock and Davenport. Straight-line distance: 131.46 mi (211.57 km).
#1 Shell Rock
City in Butler County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 1,268 |
| Coordinates | 42.7102600, -92.5829700 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| 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: 260 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $21.49 | $42.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.24 | $48.48 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.53 | $53.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.23 | $60.47 |
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.