Origin
Davenport, IA
Afternoon in Davenport on Sunday
Local time
2:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Davenport, IA to Springville, IA
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
77.5 mi
125 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Davenport, IA
Thomas Parker
Springville, IA
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Davenport to Springville, you are looking at a 77.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 46 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $12 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable option for travelers within the Midwest. By utilizing US 6, Garfield Avenue, and the Lincoln Highway, you will navigate through the heart of Iowa. Because the drive is relatively short, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule, whether you are heading out for a quick visit or a weekend getaway.
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
38.7 miles from Davenport, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed driving profile that keeps the experience varied as you transition between different road types. With a highway share of 41%, you will encounter a blend of faster transit and slower local segments. The most significant portion of your drive will be the 30.9-mile stretch on US 6, which serves as the longest uninterrupted segment of the journey. As you progress toward Springville, the road dynamics shift, requiring you to stay alert as you move from major corridors onto smaller stretches. Expect a practical driving experience that balances the efficiency of highways with the more deliberate pace of local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 6 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Marquette Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 46m drive. You will face about 19 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Marquette Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (US 6 / West Kimberly Road): Navigation decision point; at 65.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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Marquette Street
Turn right onto Marquette Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 6 / West Kimberly Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 6 / West Kimberly Road
Navigation decision point
5
65.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward IA 1: Mount Vernon, Iowa City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward IA 1: Mount Vernon, Iowa City
5
66.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
IA 1 / State Highway 1
Enter roundabout onto IA 1 / State Highway 1
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
76.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
|
CR X20 / 1st Avenue
Turn right onto CR X20 / 1st Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between Davenport, IA and Springville, IA, road signs point toward Liberty and Iowa City.
Liberty
38.4 mi in
|
~48m
Iowa City
65.8 mi in
|
~1h 24m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 6 | 30.9 mi | 34m |
| Garfield Avenue | 10.9 mi | 14m |
| Lincoln Highway | 9 mi | 11m |
| Springville Road | 8.8 mi | 15m |
| Fox Avenue | 3 mi | 4m |
| West Kimberly Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Hickory Grove Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Harding Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 6
— 30.9 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport, IA and Springville, IA.
1
Start on West 4th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 4th Street
2
Turn right onto Marquette Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Marquette Street
3
Turn left onto US 6 Hist
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Locust Street
4
Turn slight right onto US 6 Hist
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Hickory Grove Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
West Kimberly Road
6
Take the ramp onto US 6
31 mi
·
34 min
·
US 6
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Toward West Liberty
8
Turn right onto CR X40
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Garfield Avenue
9
At end of road, turn right onto Cedar Valley Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cedar Valley Road
10
Turn left onto Harding Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Harding Avenue
11
Turn straight onto Green Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Green Road
12
Continue on Garfield Avenue
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Garfield Avenue
13
Continue on 160th Street
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
160th Street
14
Continue on CR X40
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Fox Avenue
15
Turn left onto US 30
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Lincoln Highway
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Toward IA 1: Mount Vernon, Iowa City
17
Turn right onto US 30 Bus; IA 1
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
State Highway 1
18
Enter roundabout onto IA 1
132 ft
·
5 sec
·
State Highway 1
19
Continue on IA 1
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
State Highway 1
20
Continue on IA 1
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
1st Avenue South
21
Turn left onto 1st Street West
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
1st Street West
22
Turn right onto CR X20
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
8th Avenue North
23
Continue on CR X20
8.8 mi
·
15 min
·
Springville Road
24
Continue on CR X20
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
6th Street
25
Turn right onto CR X20
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
1st Avenue
26
Turn left onto CR X20
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Broadway Street
27
Turn right onto John Street
202 ft
·
10 sec
·
John Street
28
Turn right onto Water Street
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
Water Street
29
Arrive at destination
Water Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 1-hour and 46-minute drive, you have the advantage of planning your departure time around local traffic patterns rather than worrying about long-haul fatigue. Because there are no mandatory stops built into the data for this 77.5-mile route, feel free to pace the drive according to your own comfort level. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, as the $12 budget assumes a standard vehicle efficiency for this distance. Given the mix of roads, pay close attention to changing speed limits when transitioning from US 6 to local streets. Taking advantage of the route's short duration allows you to arrive in Springville refreshed and ready for your plans without the stress of an extended time behind the wheel.
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 38.7 miles from Davenport, IA, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.9 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 77.5 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.7 miles or 48m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springville, 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.
+
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 Davenport, IA
This is one driving day of about 77.5 miles and 1h 46m.
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 US 6 for about 30.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.7 mi from Davenport, IA · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 77.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.7 miles from Davenport, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Springville, IA
The final approach into Springville, 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 Springville, 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
$11.77 one way
$23.54 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $12.98 | $25.95 |
| premium | $4.80 | $14.63 | $29.26 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.22 | $34.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.14 | $3.72 |
| Efficient EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.78 | $3.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31 | 0 | $10.85 | $4.96 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Springville, IA
Afternoon in Springville on Sunday
Local time
2:46 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°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
2 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 46m 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 Springville, IA covers 77.5 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 6, Garfield Avenue, Lincoln Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.7 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 $11.77 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 46m drive. You will face about 19 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Marquette Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.7 miles (US 6 / West Kimberly Road): Navigation decision point; at 65.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Davenport, IA and Springville, IA, road signs point toward Liberty and Iowa City.
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