The drive from Madrid, IA to Davenport, IA covers 186 miles and takes about 3h 40m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 80, Northwest Madrid Drive, Northwest Polk City Drive for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 152.9 miles on I 80.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.08 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
93 miles from Madrid, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 51m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 40m. Total distance: 186 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 3h 40m highway drive covering 186 miles, with most of the trip on I 80 and Northwest Madrid Drive. The longest continuous stretch is about 152.9 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 27 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 152.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and Northwest Madrid Drive. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 22.7 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 40m 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: at 22.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.3 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 176.6 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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22.7 mi into trip|~34m in
Turn left toward I-35 north, I-80 east
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-35 north, I-80 east
6
24.3 mi into trip|~37m in|I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
5
176.6 mi into trip|~3h 22m in|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
177.8 mi into trip|~3h 24m in|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...
5
184.9 mi into trip|~3h 37m in|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 Madrid, IA to Davenport, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Moline along the way.
Moline
176.6 mi in|~3h 22m|via US 6
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 80
152.9 mi
2h 45m
Northwest Madrid Drive
6.5 mi
8m
Northwest Polk City Drive
4.3 mi
6m
West Kimberly Road
3 mi
4m
Northwest 2nd Street
2.7 mi
4m
Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi
5m
North Broadway Street
1.7 mi
3m
Northwest 35th Street
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 152.9 mi, about 2h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madrid, IA and Davenport, IA.
1
Start on IA 210
0.4 mi·38 sec·East 1st Street
2
Turn right onto IA 17
0.7 mi·1 min·South Kennedy Avenue
3
Continue on IA 17
0.2 mi·21 sec·State Highway 17
4
Continue on IA 17
1.0 mi·1 min·Y Avenue
5
Turn left onto Northwest Madrid Drive
6.5 mi·8 min·Northwest Madrid Drive
6
Continue on North Broadway Street
1.7 mi·3 min·North Broadway Street
7
Turn right onto South 3rd Street
0.6 mi·1 min·South 3rd Street
8
Continue on IA 415
4.3 mi·6 min·Northwest Polk City Drive
9
Continue on IA 415
1.6 mi·2 min·Northwest 35th Street
10
Continue on IA 415
0.5 mi·45 sec·Northwest 78th Avenue
11
Continue on IA 415
1.4 mi·2 min·Southwest Oralabor Road
12
Turn right onto IA 415
1.0 mi·1 min·Southwest State Street
13
Continue on IA 415
2.7 mi·4 min·Northwest 2nd Street
14
Turn left
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward I-35 north, I-80 east
15
Merge onto I 35; I 80
0.5 mi·37 sec·I 35; I 80
16
Continue on I 80; I 35
0.6 mi·40 sec·I 80; I 35
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
152 mi·2 hr 44 min·I 80
Use the slight left lane.
18
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
19
Take the exit onto US 6
0.4 mi·51 sec·US 6
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
20
Continue on US 6
3.0 mi·4 min·West Kimberly Road
21
Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi·5 min·Hickory Grove Road
22
Turn left onto US 6 Hist
0.9 mi·2 min·West Locust Street
23
Turn right onto Gaines Street
0.3 mi·49 sec·Gaines Street
24
Turn left onto West 14th Street
0.3 mi·45 sec·West 14th Street
25
At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business
0.7 mi·1 min·Harrison Street
26
Turn right onto West 4th Street
165 ft·4 sec·West 4th Street
27
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 93 miles from Madrid, IA, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 152.9 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 41 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93 miles or 1h 51m 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 55m
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 Madrid, 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 Madrid, IA
This is one driving day of about 186 miles and 3h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Madrid, 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 152.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93 mi from Madrid, IA
· 1h 51m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.08 one way
$58.16 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg65 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$31.93
$63.86
premium
$4.89
$35.79
$71.59
diesel
$5.61
$41.07
$82.13
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55.8
0
$19.53
$8.93
Efficient EV
46.5
0
$16.28
$7.44
EV Truck/SUV
74.4
0
$26.04
$11.90
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Madrid, IA
Night
in Madrid on Friday
Local time
9:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Davenport, IA
Night
in Davenport on Friday
Local time
9:55 PM
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
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
3h 40m 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 Madrid, IA to Davenport, IA covers 186 miles and takes about 3h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 80, Northwest Madrid Drive, Northwest Polk City Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93 miles from Madrid, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.08 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 40m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 22.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.3 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 176.6 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Madrid, IA to Davenport, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Moline along the way.
