Origin
Davenport, IA
Afternoon in Davenport on Sunday
Local time
2:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Davenport, IA to Bellevue, IA
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
60.5 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Davenport, IA
Thomas Parker
Bellevue, IA
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward Midwestern excursion, the drive from Davenport to Bellevue covers 60.5 miles along the Iowa landscape. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 24 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the route is highly economical for a spontaneous weekend getaway. Because the trip is relatively short, you won't need to worry about an overnight split, allowing you total flexibility in your schedule. You will navigate primarily through local roads, ensuring a more grounded experience than a standard interstate trek.
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
30.2 miles from Davenport, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that keeps you engaged throughout the 60.5-mile journey. You won't be dealing with any highway stretches on this route, as the entire drive stays on local roads like Brady Street, Ansel Briggs Highway, and State Street. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 37.5-mile stretch on Brady Street, which serves as the backbone of your trip. Since the road profile is characterized by frequent turns, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience rather than a monotonous cruise. This is a practical, local-oriented path that connects two distinct points in Iowa without the use of major interstates.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Brady Street is the longest continuous segment at about 37.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Ripley Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 24m drive. You will face about 8 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 (Ripley Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 37.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Ripley Street
Turn right onto Ripley Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West 5th Street
Turn right onto West 5th Street
Navigation decision point
4
37.8 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward South Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward South Main Street
4
39.9 mi into trip
|
~52m in
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IA 64 / East Platt Street
Turn right onto IA 64 / East Platt Street
Navigation decision point
4
60.5 mi into trip
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~1h 24m in
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US 52 / South Riverview Street
Turn right onto US 52 / South Riverview Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Brady Street | 37.5 mi | 47m |
| 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 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Jefferson Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West 5th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Brady Street
— 37.5 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport, IA and Bellevue, IA.
1
Start on West 4th Street
241 ft
·
9 sec
·
West 4th Street
2
Turn right onto Ripley Street
406 ft
·
16 sec
·
Ripley Street
3
Turn right onto West 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
West 5th Street
4
Turn left onto US 61 Business
37 mi
·
47 min
·
Brady Street
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward South Main Street
6
Turn right onto 200th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
200th Avenue
7
Continue on South Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
8
Turn right onto IA 64
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Platt Street
9
Turn left onto IA 62
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Ansel Briggs Highway
10
Continue on IA 62
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Jefferson Street
11
Continue on IA 62
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Ansel Briggs Highway
12
Continue on IA 62
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
State Street
13
Turn right onto US 52
38 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Riverview Street
14
Arrive at destination
US 52
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 24-minute drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever suits your schedule best. You won't need to worry about planning formal stops, as the trip is short enough to drive straight through without fatigue. Keep in mind that because the route consists entirely of local roads, you should factor in extra time for traffic or lower speed limits compared to highway travel. Budgeting around $9 for fuel should keep your tank covered for the round trip. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to stay alert during the turn-heavy sections, as the road character demands more focus than a standard highway route.
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 30.2 miles from Davenport, IA, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.5 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 30.2 miles or 39m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bellevue, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Davenport, 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 Davenport, IA
This is one driving day of about 60.5 miles and 1h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Davenport, 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 Brady Street for about 37.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.2 mi from Davenport, IA · 39m 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 30.2 miles from Davenport, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bellevue, IA
The final approach into Bellevue, 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 Bellevue, 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
Bellevue, IA
Afternoon in Bellevue on Sunday
Local time
2:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°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
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 Davenport, IA to Bellevue, 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 Brady Street, Ansel Briggs Highway, State Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.2 miles from Davenport, 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 24m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Ripley Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 37.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Davenport, IA to Bellevue, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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