How far is Washington, IA from Bettendorf, IA?
The driving distance from Washington, IA to Bettendorf, IA is about 199.7 miles (321.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 164.5 miles (264.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 29m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 14m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Washington and Bettendorf.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washington and Bettendorf.
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Start on State Highway 3
2.6 mi · 4 min · State Highway 3
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Continue on Central Avenue West
2.1 mi · 4 min · Central Avenue West
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Continue on State Highway 3
8.2 mi · 11 min · State Highway 3
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Continue on 210th Street
1.8 mi · 2 min · 210th Street
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Continue on South Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · South Street
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Continue on 210th Street
7.4 mi · 10 min · 210th Street
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Continue on State Highway 3
1 mi · 1 min · State Highway 3
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Continue on 210th Street
8.8 mi · 12 min · 210th Street
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Continue on State Highway 3
3.4 mi · 5 min · State Highway 3
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Continue on 230th Street
1.7 mi · 2 min · 230th Street
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Take the ramp right
2320 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
15.3 mi · 18 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Take the exit slight right toward US 218 south: Waterloo
97 m · 8 sec
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Continue on US 218 south: Waterloo
1625 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Leo P Rooff Expressway
6.7 mi · 8 min · Leo P Rooff Expressway
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Continue on Washington Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · Washington Street
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Keep slight right to continue on I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cedar Falls
6.5 mi · 8 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
57.8 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 74 East: Bettendorf, Davenport
2614 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
4.3 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 67: US 67, Grant Street, State Street, Riverfront
1740 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right onto Grant Street
557 ft · 18 sec · Grant Street
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Turn left onto 12th Street
669 ft · 39 sec · 12th Street
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Turn left
23 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Washington and Bettendorf.
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 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.
Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Washington and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bettendorf.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Washington to Bettendorf?
The road trip is about 199.7 miles (321.4 km) and usually takes 03h 14m 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?
Center Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 99.7 miles from Washington and 100 miles from Bettendorf.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 164.5 miles (264.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.59 one way or $53.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Washington and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Bettendorf.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Washington and Bettendorf. Straight-line distance: 164.54 mi (264.8 km).
#1 Washington
City in Franklin County, Missouri
| Population | 7,206 |
| Coordinates | 42.7477500, -93.2713100 |
| Altitude | 367 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bettendorf
City in Scott County, Iowa, United States
| Population | 36,665 |
| Coordinates | 41.5244800, -90.5156900 |
| Altitude | 173 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gilbert Street (-90.515723, 41.524401)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 321 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 29m |
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 | $26.59 | $53.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.98 | $59.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $32.81 | $65.62 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $37.39 | $74.79 |
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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