Origin
Riverside, IA
Evening in Riverside on Friday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverside, IA to Davenport, IA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
57.9 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverside, IA
Lorenza Magnaghi
Davenport, IA
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Trip Overview
This 57.9-mile journey from Riverside, IA, to Davenport, IA, is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 18 minutes. With 87% of the route on highways, it's designed for efficient travel. You'll primarily be on U.S. 61 and State Highway 22. Given its short length and manageable duration, this route is ideal as a single-day trip, with no overnight stops needed. The estimated fuel cost is around $9, making it an economical option for a quick excursion within the Midwest. This drive offers a practical way to connect two points in Iowa without extensive planning.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 57.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 57.9-mile trip, with 87% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll spend a significant portion on U.S. 61, including a continuous stretch of 20.3 miles. The route generally follows a direct path, prioritizing speed and efficiency over winding scenic byways. While primarily highway, keep an eye out for transitions as you move between U.S. 61 and State Highway 22. The overall feel is one of steady progress, making it suitable for those who prefer to cover ground quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
U.S. 61 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. 61 and State Highway 22. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IA 22 / West 1st Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Riverside, IA to Davenport, IA is easy. At 1h 18m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IA 22 / West 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.8 miles (IA 22 / State Highway 22): Navigation decision point; at 57.5 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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IA 22 / West 1st Street
Turn left onto IA 22 / West 1st Street
Navigation decision point
5
17.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
IA 22 / State Highway 22
At end of road, turn right onto IA 22 / State Highway 22
Navigation decision point
4
57.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
57.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
West 4th Street
Turn left onto West 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. 61 | 20.3 mi | 22m |
| State Highway 22 | 18.8 mi | 27m |
| Highway 22 | 7.4 mi | 10m |
| West River Drive | 6 mi | 10m |
| Douglas King Memorial Expressway | 4 mi | 4m |
| East Hickory Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West 1st Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. 61
— 20.3 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverside, IA and Davenport, IA.
1
Start on North Washburn Street
107 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Washburn Street
2
Turn left onto IA 22
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
West 1st Street
3
Continue on IA 22
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
East Hickory Street
4
Continue on IA 22
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 22
5
Continue on IA 22
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Highway 22
6
Continue on IA 22
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 22
7
Continue on IA 22
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Ijem Avenue
8
Continue on IA 22; IA 70
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 22
9
At end of road, turn right onto IA 22
9.4 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 22
10
Turn left onto US 61; IA 22; IA 92
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Douglas King Memorial Expressway
11
Continue on US 61
20 mi
·
22 min
·
U.S. 61
12
Continue on US 61
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
West River Drive
13
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Main Street
14
Turn left onto West 4th Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
West 4th Street
15
Arrive at destination
West 4th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.9 mi from Riverside, IA · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.9 miles from Riverside, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.05 one way
$18.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.94 | $19.88 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.14 | $22.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.78 | $25.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.08 | $2.78 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.11 | $3.71 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Evening in Davenport on Friday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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 18m 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 Riverside, IA to Davenport, IA covers 57.9 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. 61, State Highway 22, Highway 22. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.9 miles from Riverside, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.05 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.
The drive from Riverside, IA to Davenport, IA is easy. At 1h 18m with 87% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IA 22 / West 1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.8 miles (IA 22 / State Highway 22): Navigation decision point; at 57.5 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Riverside, IA to Davenport, 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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