Origin
Centerville, IA
Morning in Centerville on Saturday
Local time
6:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Centerville, IA to Davenport, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 42m
Distance
177.4 mi
285 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 30m
★
6 AM
3h 43m
8 AM
4h 8m
10 AM
3h 52m
12 PM
3h 49m
3 PM
3h 53m
5 PM
4h 7m
8 PM
3h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Centerville, IA
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Davenport, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Centerville, IA to Davenport, IA covers 177.4 miles and takes about 3h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 34, State Highway 2, U.S. 61 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.9 miles on US 34. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.73 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
88.7 miles from Centerville, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 42m. Total distance: 177.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 42m highway drive covering 177.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 34 and State Highway 2. The longest continuous stretch is about 48.9 miles on US 34.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 34 is the longest continuous segment at about 48.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 34 and State Highway 2. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Jackson Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 42m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Jackson Street): Navigation decision point; at 43.6 miles (US 34): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 114.4 miles (IA 92 / State Highway 92): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East Jackson Street
Turn right onto East Jackson Street
Navigation decision point
5
43.6 mi into trip
|
~57m in
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US 34
Enter roundabout onto US 34
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
114.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
|
IA 92 / State Highway 92
At end of road, turn right onto IA 92 / State Highway 92
Navigation decision point
6
132 mi into trip
|
~2h 46m in
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IA 92
Take the ramp onto IA 92 toward US 61 north, IA 92 east: Muscatine
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 61 north, IA 92 east: Muscatine
5
177.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 42m in
|
West 4th Street
Turn left onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 34 | 48.9 mi | 56m |
| State Highway 2 | 24.1 mi | 34m |
| U.S. 61 | 20.3 mi | 22m |
| Avenue of the Saints | 19.9 mi | 22m |
| Weaver Road | 17.4 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 92 | 16.9 mi | 25m |
| IA 92 | 11.6 mi | 13m |
| Douglas King Memorial Expressway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
US 34
— 48.9 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Centerville, IA and Davenport, IA.
1
Start on North 13th Street
164 ft
·
9 sec
·
North 13th Street
2
Turn right onto East Jackson Street
358 ft
·
16 sec
·
East Jackson Street
3
Continue on West Jackson Street
288 ft
·
21 sec
·
West Jackson Street
4
Turn right onto North Main Street
395 ft
·
22 sec
·
North Main Street
5
Turn left onto IA 2
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Maple Street
6
Continue on IA 2
24 mi
·
34 min
·
State Highway 2
7
Turn left onto US 63
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Smith Street
8
Continue on US 63
0.8 mi
·
57 sec
·
South Washington Street
9
Continue on US 63
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Weaver Road
10
Enter roundabout onto US 34
44 ft
·
0 sec
·
US 34
11
Continue on US 34
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 34
12
Take the exit onto US 34
47 mi
·
54 min
·
US 34
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 234
14
Turn left onto US 218 Business
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Old US Highway 218
15
Merge onto US 218; IA 27
20 mi
·
22 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
17
At end of road, turn right onto IA 92
8.6 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 92
18
Continue on IA 92
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Oak Street
19
Continue on IA 92
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 92
20
Take the ramp onto IA 92
12 mi
·
13 min
·
IA 92
Toward US 61 north, IA 92 east: Muscatine
21
Turn left onto US 61; IA 92
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Douglas King Memorial Expressway
22
Continue on US 61
20 mi
·
22 min
·
U.S. 61
23
Continue on US 61
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
West River Drive
24
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Main Street
25
Turn left onto West 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
West 4th Street
26
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 88.7 miles from Centerville, IA, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.9 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 39 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.7 miles or 1h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 2m
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 Centerville, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Centerville, IA
This is one driving day of about 177.4 miles and 3h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Centerville, 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 US 34 for about 48.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.7 mi from Centerville, IA · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.7 miles from Centerville, 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
$27.73 one way
$55.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.45 | $60.90 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.14 | $68.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.17 | $78.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.2 | 0 | $18.63 | $8.52 |
| Efficient EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.52 | $7.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71 | 0 | $24.84 | $11.35 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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
Morning in Davenport on Saturday
Local time
6:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 42m 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 Centerville, IA to Davenport, IA covers 177.4 miles and takes about 3h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 34, State Highway 2, U.S. 61. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.7 miles from Centerville, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.73 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 42m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Jackson Street): Navigation decision point; at 43.6 miles (US 34): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 114.4 miles (IA 92 / State Highway 92): Navigation decision point.
The route from Centerville, IA to Davenport, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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