Origin
Walcott, IA
Evening in Walcott on Wednesday
Local time
6:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Walcott, IA to Davenport, IA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
25m
Distance
13.8 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Walcott, IA
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Davenport, IA
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Trip Overview
This quick 13.8-mile drive from Walcott, IA to Davenport, IA takes about 25 minutes and is best suited for a single day. You'll navigate local roads like 200th Street, West Kimberly Road, and Hickory Grove Road, with no highway driving involved. Given the short distance and estimated fuel cost of just $2, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. It's a straightforward journey through the Midwest region, perfect for a short excursion or as part of a larger itinerary in Iowa.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
6.9 miles from Walcott, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with 0% highway share. The roads are primarily local, meaning you'll be navigating through communities rather than on high-speed thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.1 miles along 200th Street. This type of drive often involves more frequent turns and potentially slower speeds as you pass through different neighborhoods and local areas, offering a more ground-level perspective of the region.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
200th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 4.1 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Bryant Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 25m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Bryant Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Henry Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Lincoln Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Bryant Street
Turn right onto Bryant Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Henry Street
Turn right onto Henry Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Lincoln Street
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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CR Y40 / North Blue Grass Road
Turn left onto CR Y40 / North Blue Grass Road
Navigation decision point
5
12.7 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
West 14th Street
Turn left onto West 14th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 200th Street | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| West Kimberly Road | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Hickory Grove Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| West Locust Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Harrison Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 70th Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Lincoln Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Blue Grass Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
200th Street
— 4.1 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Walcott, IA and Davenport, IA.
1
Start on Downey Street
52 ft
·
4 sec
·
Downey Street
2
Turn right onto Bryant Street
390 ft
·
19 sec
·
Bryant Street
3
Turn right onto Henry Street
380 ft
·
18 sec
·
Henry Street
4
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Street
5
Turn left onto CR Y40
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Blue Grass Road
6
Continue on CR Y40
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
70th Avenue
7
Turn right onto CR F58; US 6 Hist
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
200th Street
8
Continue on CR F58; US 6 Hist
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West Kimberly Road
9
Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Hickory Grove Road
10
Turn left onto US 6 Hist
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Locust Street
11
Turn right onto Gaines Street
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Gaines Street
12
Turn left onto West 14th Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
West 14th Street
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrison Street
14
Turn right onto West 4th Street
165 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 4th Street
15
Arrive at destination
West 4th Street
Trip Plan
With a total duration of only 25 minutes and a minimal fuel cost of $2, this short drive offers considerable flexibility in your planning. There are no designated stops, so you can easily depart at your convenience. Keep an eye out for the frequent turns characteristic of this local route, particularly as you transition between 200th Street, West Kimberly Road, and Hickory Grove Road. Given its brevity, you won't need to worry about fuel stops or splitting the drive, allowing you to focus on your destination in Davenport.
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 6.9 miles from Walcott, IA, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.1 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 13.8 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.9 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Davenport, IA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Walcott, IA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Walcott, IA
This is one driving day of about 13.8 miles and 25m.
At 13.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on 200th Street for about 4.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.9 mi from Walcott, IA · 12m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.9 miles from Walcott, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Davenport, IA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Davenport, IA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.16 one way
$4.31 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.37 | $4.74 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.66 | $5.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.05 | $6.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.21 | $0.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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 Wednesday
Local time
6:38 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
20 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
25m 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 Walcott, IA to Davenport, IA covers 13.8 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 200th Street, West Kimberly Road, Hickory Grove Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.9 miles from Walcott, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.16 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 25m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Bryant Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Henry Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Lincoln Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Walcott, IA to Davenport, IA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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