Origin
Carlisle, IA
Evening in Carlisle on Wednesday
Local time
6:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carlisle, IA to Davenport, IA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
3h 15m
Distance
171.1 mi
275 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 3m
★
6 AM
3h 15m
8 AM
3h 39m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 21m
3 PM
3h 25m
5 PM
3h 38m
8 PM
3h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carlisle, IA
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Davenport, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Carlisle, IA to Davenport, IA covers 171.1 miles and takes about 3h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 80, Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway, West Kimberly Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 142.8 miles on I 80. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.75 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
85.5 miles from Carlisle, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 15m highway drive covering 171.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 80 and Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 142.8 miles on I 80.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 142.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near IA 5.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 15m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (IA 5): Navigation decision point; at 161.8 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 162.9 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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IA 5
Turn right onto IA 5
Navigation decision point
5
161.8 mi into trip
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~2h 57m 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
162.9 mi into trip
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~2h 59m 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...
4
169.8 mi into trip
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~3h 11m in
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Gaines Street
Turn right onto Gaines Street
Navigation decision point
5
170 mi into trip
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~3h 12m in
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West 14th Street
Turn left onto West 14th Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Carlisle, IA to Davenport, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Moline along the way.
Moline
161.8 mi in
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~2h 57m
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via US 6
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 142.8 mi | 2h 33m |
| Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway | 16.4 mi | 18m |
| West Kimberly Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Hickory Grove Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| IA 5 | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| US 6 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West Locust Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Harrison Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 142.8 mi, about 2h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carlisle, IA and Davenport, IA.
1
Start on North 5th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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North 5th Street
2
Turn right onto IA 5
1.7 mi
·
1 min
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IA 5
3
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
4
Merge onto US 65
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway
5
Continue on I 80; US 6
143 mi
·
2 hr 33 min
·
I 80; US 6
6
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
7
Take the exit onto US 6
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 6
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
8
Continue on US 6
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West Kimberly Road
9
Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Hickory Grove Road
10
Turn left onto US 6 Hist
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Locust Street
11
Turn right onto Gaines Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Gaines Street
12
Turn left onto West 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
West 14th Street
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrison Street
14
Turn right onto West 4th Street
165 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 4th Street
15
Arrive at destination
West 4th Street
Trip Plan
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 85.5 miles from Carlisle, IA, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.8 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 38 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.5 miles or 1h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 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 Carlisle, 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 Carlisle, IA
This is one driving day of about 171.1 miles and 3h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Carlisle, 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 142.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 85.5 mi from Carlisle, IA · 1h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
86 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 85.5 miles from Carlisle, 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 142.8 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
$26.75 one way
$53.50 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $29.37 | $58.74 |
| premium | $4.89 | $32.93 | $65.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.78 | $75.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.3 | 0 | $17.97 | $8.21 |
| Efficient EV | 42.8 | 0 | $14.97 | $6.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68.4 | 0 | $23.95 | $10.95 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Evening in Davenport on Wednesday
Local time
6:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Partly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 15 mph
27% chance
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
15 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
3h 15m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Carlisle, IA to Davenport, IA covers 171.1 miles and takes about 3h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 80, Military Order of the Purple Heart Highway, West Kimberly Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.5 miles from Carlisle, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.75 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 15m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (IA 5): Navigation decision point; at 161.8 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 162.9 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Carlisle, IA to Davenport, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Moline along the way.
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