Origin
Bellevue, IA
Afternoon in Bellevue on Sunday
Local time
4:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bellevue, IA to Davenport, IA
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
60.5 mi
97 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bellevue, IA
Kelly
Davenport, IA
Thomas Parker
Trip Overview
Connecting Bellevue to Davenport, this 60.5-mile journey is a straightforward trek across the Iowa Midwest. You can easily complete the trip in about 1 hour and 24 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $9, the route is as economical as it is accessible. Because of the manageable distance and duration, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick change of scenery, this drive offers a reliable path between these two riverside hubs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
30.3 miles from Bellevue, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience as you navigate this route, which maintains a 62% highway share. Your journey relies heavily on US 61, the Ansel Briggs Highway, and State Street to keep you moving efficiently. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 37.7 miles on US 61, allowing you to settle into a consistent driving rhythm. The transition from the more rural stretches toward the Davenport area shifts the pace, requiring you to remain attentive as you exit the open highway and move onto local infrastructure.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 61 is the longest continuous segment at about 37.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 61 and Ansel Briggs Highway. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IA 62 / State Street.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bellevue, IA to Davenport, IA is easy. At 1h 24m with 62% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IA 62 / State Street): Navigation decision point; at 19.6 miles (IA 64 / East Platt Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.6 miles (South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IA 62 / State Street
Turn left onto IA 62 / State Street
Navigation decision point
3
19.6 mi into trip
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~29m in
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IA 64 / East Platt Street
Turn right onto IA 64 / East Platt Street
Navigation decision point
4
20.6 mi into trip
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~31m in
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South Main Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
22.4 mi into trip
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~34m in
Take the ramp toward US 61: Davenport
Navigation decision point
Toward US 61: Davenport
4
60.5 mi into trip
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~1h 24m in
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West 4th Street
Turn right onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 61 | 37.7 mi | 48m |
| Ansel Briggs Highway | 17.9 mi | 26m |
| State Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Platt Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 200th Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Jefferson Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West 4th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 61
— 37.7 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellevue, IA and Davenport, IA.
1
Start on US 52
38 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Riverview Street
2
Turn left onto IA 62
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
State Street
3
Continue on IA 62
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Ansel Briggs Highway
4
Continue on IA 62
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Jefferson Street
5
Continue on IA 62
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Ansel Briggs Highway
6
Turn right onto IA 64
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Platt Street
7
Turn left onto South Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
8
Continue on 200th Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
200th Avenue
9
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward US 61: Davenport
10
Merge onto US 61
38 mi
·
48 min
·
US 61
11
Turn right onto West 4th Street
165 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 4th Street
12
Arrive at destination
West 4th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without needing to worry about mid-trip rest stops. Keep in mind that with no official stops required, you should ensure your tank is ready for the full 60.5-mile run before you leave. Planning your departure to avoid peak local traffic on State Street will help you maintain the estimated 1 hour and 24-minute travel time. Since the majority of your time is spent on US 61, stay alert for changes in speed limits as you move through different zones along the highway. Taking advantage of the quick transit time allows you to maximize your arrival window in Davenport for whatever activities you have planned.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 30.3 miles from Bellevue, IA, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.7 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 60.5 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.3 miles or 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 12m
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 Bellevue, 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 Bellevue, IA
This is one driving day of about 60.5 miles and 1h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bellevue, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 61 for about 37.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.3 mi from Bellevue, IA · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 60.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.3 miles from Bellevue, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.19 one way
$18.38 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $10.13 | $20.26 |
| premium | $4.80 | $11.42 | $22.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.44 | $26.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.35 | $2.90 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.47 | $3.87 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Afternoon in Davenport on Sunday
Local time
4:52 PM
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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 24m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bellevue, IA to Davenport, IA covers 60.5 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 61, Ansel Briggs Highway, State Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.3 miles from Bellevue, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Bellevue, IA to Davenport, IA is easy. At 1h 24m with 62% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IA 62 / State Street): Navigation decision point; at 19.6 miles (IA 64 / East Platt Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.6 miles (South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Bellevue, IA to Davenport, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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