Origin
Bedford, IA
Late night in Bedford on Wednesday
Local time
1:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bedford, IA to Davenport, IA
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
5h 37m
Distance
284.9 mi
459 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 24m
★
6 AM
5h 37m
8 AM
6h 4m
10 AM
5h 47m
12 PM
5h 44m
3 PM
5h 48m
5 PM
6h 2m
8 PM
5h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bedford, IA
Kristian Thomas
Davenport, IA
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Trip Overview
This 284.9-mile drive from Bedford to Davenport, Iowa, will take you approximately 5 hours and 37 minutes, making it a feasible one-day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-80 and I-35, with a portion on State Highway 2, ensuring a predominantly highway-focused experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $45, this journey across the heart of the Midwest is efficient and straightforward. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, so be prepared for that kind of travel. It’s a solid choice if you're looking for a direct route with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
142.5 miles from Bedford, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 55m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience, with 97% of the drive on interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 152.3 miles on I-80, so plan your breaks accordingly. While the majority of the route is on high-speed interstates, there's a brief segment on State Highway 2 that offers a slight change of pace. This drive is characterized by its efficiency, allowing you to cover significant ground smoothly. It's less about winding scenic byways and more about covering distance effectively.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 152.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and I 35. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 50.1 miles in near I 35.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 37m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 50.1 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.2 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 275.6 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
50.1 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
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I 35
Merge onto I 35
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
123.2 mi into trip
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~2h 34m in
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I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
5
275.6 mi into trip
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~5h 19m in
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US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock Island, Moline
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock...
5
276.7 mi into trip
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~5h 21m in
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US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, W...
5
283.9 mi into trip
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~5h 34m in
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West 14th Street
Turn left onto West 14th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 152.3 mi | 2h 44m |
| I 35 | 73.1 mi | 1h 19m |
| State Highway 2 | 48.7 mi | 1h 11m |
| West Kimberly Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Hickory Grove Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| US 6 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West Locust Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Harrison Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 152.3 mi, about 2h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bedford, IA and Davenport, IA.
1
Start on IA 148
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Madison Street
2
Turn right onto Pearl Street
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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Pearl Street
3
Keep slight left at fork onto CR N44
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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Pearl Street
4
Continue on CR N44
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
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County Road N44
5
Turn right onto IA 2
13 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 2
6
Continue on IA 2
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 2
7
Continue on IA 2
34 mi
·
49 min
·
State Highway 2
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
9
Merge onto I 35
73 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
I 35
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
152 mi
·
2 hr 44 min
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I 80
Use the slight left lane.
11
Take the exit onto US 6
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 6
Toward I 280 East, US 6 East, US 61 South: Rock Island, Moline
12
Take the exit onto US 6
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 6
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
13
Continue on US 6
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West Kimberly Road
14
Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Hickory Grove Road
15
Turn left onto US 6 Hist
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Locust Street
16
Turn right onto Gaines Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Gaines Street
17
Turn left onto West 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
West 14th Street
18
At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrison Street
19
Turn right onto West 4th Street
165 ft
·
4 sec
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West 4th Street
20
Arrive at destination
West 4th Street
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour and 37-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your daylight hours and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 152.3-mile stretch on I-80, as services can be spread out. The $45 fuel cost is an estimate, so factor in your vehicle's MPG. Given it’s a one-day trip, you can afford to be flexible with your timing. A good tip is to download offline maps, as cell service can be spotty in some rural stretches between major towns.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 142.5 miles from Bedford, IA, or about 2h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 152.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 142.5 miles or 2h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Davenport, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bedford, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bedford, IA
This is one driving day of about 284.9 miles and 5h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bedford, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 152.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 142.5 mi from Bedford, IA · 2h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
142 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 142.5 miles from Bedford, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 152.3 miles.
Arriving in Davenport, IA
The final approach into Davenport, IA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Davenport, IA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.54 one way
$89.08 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
100 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $48.90 | $97.81 |
| premium | $4.89 | $54.83 | $109.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $62.90 | $125.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85.5 | 1 | $29.91 | $13.68 |
| Efficient EV | 71.2 | 0 | $24.93 | $11.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 114 | 1 | $39.89 | $18.23 |
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Davenport, IA
Late night in Davenport on Wednesday
Local time
1:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
21 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 37m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bedford, IA to Davenport, IA covers 284.9 miles and takes about 5h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 80, I 35, State Highway 2. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 142.5 miles from Bedford, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.54 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 37m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 50.1 miles (I 35): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.2 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 275.6 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Bedford, IA to Davenport, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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