Origin
New Hampton, IA
Afternoon in New Hampton on Monday
Local time
2:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Hampton, IA to Davenport, IA
Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
173.2 mi
279 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 18m
★
6 AM
3h 31m
8 AM
3h 55m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 37m
3 PM
3h 40m
5 PM
3h 54m
8 PM
3h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Hampton, IA
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Davenport, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from New Hampton, IA to Davenport, IA covers 173.2 miles and takes about 3h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Avenue of the Saints, I 80, US 18 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.3 miles on Avenue of the Saints. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.31 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
86.6 miles from New Hampton, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from New Hampton, IA to Davenport, IA covers 173.2 miles and takes about 3h 30m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Avenue of the Saints is the longest continuous segment at about 65.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 48 miles in near I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 173.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 48 miles (I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 163.8 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
48 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
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I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints toward I 380 South, IA 27 South: Cedar Rapids
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 380 South, IA 27 South: Cedar Rapids
5
112.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: Davenport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 East: Davenport
5
163.8 mi into trip
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~3h 12m 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
165 mi into trip
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~3h 14m 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...
5
172.1 mi into trip
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~3h 27m in
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West 14th Street
Turn left onto West 14th Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from New Hampton, IA to Davenport, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Moline along the way.
Moline
163.8 mi in
|
~3h 12m
|
via US 6
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue of the Saints | 65.3 mi | 1h 12m |
| I 80 | 49.7 mi | 54m |
| US 18 | 35.9 mi | 44m |
| Dubuque Road | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| West Kimberly Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Hickory Grove Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| McCloud Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| US 6 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 65.3 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Hampton, IA and Davenport, IA.
1
Start on US 63 Business
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Linn Avenue
2
Continue on US 63 Business
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
McCloud Avenue
3
Turn right onto 235th Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
235th Street
4
Turn left onto US 18; US 63
36 mi
·
44 min
·
US 18; US 63
5
Turn left onto Franklin Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Franklin Street
6
Continue on Dubuque Road
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Dubuque Road
7
Turn slight right
197 ft
·
7 sec
8
Turn straight onto CR V49
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
South 3rd Street
9
Continue on CR V49
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Raymond Road
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
11
Merge onto I 380; US 20; IA 27
0.7 mi
·
45 sec
·
Avenue of the Saints
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380; IA 27
65 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Avenue of the Saints
Toward I 380 South, IA 27 South: Cedar Rapids
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 80
14
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 80 East: Davenport
15
Merge onto I 80
50 mi
·
54 min
·
I 80
16
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
17
Take the exit onto US 6
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 6
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
18
Continue on US 6
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West Kimberly Road
19
Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Hickory Grove Road
20
Turn left onto US 6 Hist
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Locust Street
21
Turn right onto Gaines Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Gaines Street
22
Turn left onto West 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
West 14th Street
23
At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrison Street
24
Turn right onto West 4th Street
165 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 4th Street
25
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 86.6 miles from New Hampton, IA, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.3 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.6 miles or 1h 46m 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 48m
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 New Hampton, 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.
+
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 New Hampton, IA
This is one driving day of about 173.2 miles and 3h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Hampton, 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 Avenue of the Saints for about 65.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.6 mi from New Hampton, IA · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
87 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 86.6 miles from New Hampton, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Avenue of the Saints if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.3 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.31 one way
$52.61 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $29.00 | $58.00 |
| premium | $4.80 | $32.70 | $65.39 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $38.48 | $76.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52 | 0 | $18.19 | $8.31 |
| Efficient EV | 43.3 | 0 | $15.15 | $6.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.3 | 0 | $24.25 | $11.08 |
Gas CO2
61 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
Afternoon in Davenport on Monday
Local time
2:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 to 15 mph
28% 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
32 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 30m 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 New Hampton, IA to Davenport, IA covers 173.2 miles and takes about 3h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Avenue of the Saints, I 80, US 18. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86.6 miles from New Hampton, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.31 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 demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 173.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 48 miles (I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 163.8 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from New Hampton, IA to Davenport, IA, road signs begin pointing toward Moline along the way.
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