Origin
Red Oak, IA
Morning in Red Oak on Saturday
Local time
10:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Red Oak, IA to Bettendorf, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 33m
Distance
290.6 mi
468 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 20m
★
6 AM
4h 33m
8 AM
5h 0m
10 AM
4h 43m
12 PM
4h 40m
3 PM
4h 44m
5 PM
4h 59m
8 PM
4h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Red Oak, IA
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Bettendorf, IA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Red Oak, IA to Bettendorf, IA covers 290.6 miles and takes about 4h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Broadway Street, M Avenue, 550th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.43 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
145.3 miles from Red Oak, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 33m. Total distance: 290.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 33m drive with frequent turns across 290.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Broadway Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
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 4h 33m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Red Oak, IA to Bettendorf, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Broadway Street | — | — |
| M Avenue | — | — |
| 550th Street | — | — |
| Adair Street | — | — |
| White Pole Road | — | — |
| Southwest 7th Street | — | — |
| West 7th Street | — | — |
| East 7th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Broadway Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Red Oak, IA and Bettendorf, IA.
1
Start on East Reed Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Reed Street
2
Turn right onto North Broadway Street
14 mi
·
20 min
·
North Broadway Street
3
Continue on M Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
M Avenue
4
Continue on 550th Street
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
550th Street
5
Continue on Adair Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Adair Street
6
Continue on 550th Street
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
550th Street
7
Turn right onto White Pole Road
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
White Pole Road
8
Continue on Southwest 7th Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 7th Street
9
Continue on West 7th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West 7th Street
10
Continue on White Pole Road
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
White Pole Road
11
Continue on East 7th Street
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
East 7th Street
12
Turn left onto 650th Street
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
650th Street
13
Take the exit right
62 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
14
Keep slight right to continue on I 35, I 80 East: Chicago, Minneapolis, Kansas City
14 mi
·
16 min
·
I 35, I 80 East: Chicago, Minneapolis, Kansas City
15
Keep slight left
161 mi
·
2 hr 54 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 74 East: Bettendorf, Davenport
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 74 East: Bettendorf, Davenport
17
Merge slight left
4.3 mi
·
5 min
18
Take the exit slight right toward US 67: US 67, Grant Street, State Street, Riverfront
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
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US 67: US 67, Grant Street, State Street, Riverfront
19
Turn right onto Grant Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Grant Street
20
Turn left onto 12th Street
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
12th Street
21
Turn left
75 ft
·
3 sec
22
Arrive at your destination
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 145.3 miles from Red Oak, IA, or about 2h 16m into the drive.
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 64 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.3 miles or 2h 16m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bettendorf, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Red Oak, 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 Red Oak, IA
This is one driving day of about 290.6 miles and 4h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Red Oak, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 145.3 mi from Red Oak, IA · 2h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
145 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 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 145.3 miles from Red Oak, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bettendorf, IA
The final approach into Bettendorf, 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 Bettendorf, 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
$45.43 one way
$90.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
102 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $49.88 | $99.77 |
| premium | $4.89 | $55.92 | $111.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $64.16 | $128.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.2 | 1 | $30.51 | $13.95 |
| Efficient EV | 72.7 | 0 | $25.43 | $11.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 116.2 | 1 | $40.68 | $18.60 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Bettendorf, IA
Morning in Bettendorf on Saturday
Local time
10:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Newton, IA
145 mi in
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
24 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
4h 33m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Red Oak, IA to Bettendorf, IA covers 290.6 miles and takes about 4h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Broadway Street, M Avenue, 550th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 145.3 miles from Red Oak, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.43 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 33m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Red Oak, IA to Bettendorf, IA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Red Oak, IA to Bettendorf, 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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