The drive from Washington, IA to Bettendorf, IA covers 199.7 miles and takes about 3h 59m 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, 210th Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 80 miles on Avenue of the Saints.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.22 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
99.9 miles from Washington, IA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 6m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 59m. Total distance: 199.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
The drive from Washington, IA to Bettendorf, IA covers 199.7 miles and takes about 3h 59m, 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 28 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 80 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 63.8 miles in near I 380.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 199.7 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 63.8 miles (I 380): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.4 miles (I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 135.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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63.8 mi into trip|~1h 25m in|I 380
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380 toward I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cedar Falls
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids,...
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70.4 mi into trip|~1h 33m in|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
135.3 mi into trip|~2h 45m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: Davenport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 East: Davenport
5
194.4 mi into trip|~3h 51m in
Take the exit toward I 74 East: Bettendorf, Davenport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 74 East: Bettendorf, Davenport
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199.5 mi into trip|~3h 58m in|US 67 / Grant Street
Turn right onto US 67 / Grant Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Washington, IA and Bettendorf, IA, road signs point toward Dubuque and Cedar Falls.
Dubuque
63.8 mi in|~1h 25m|via I 380
Cedar Falls
63.8 mi in|~1h 25m|via I 380
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Avenue of the Saints
80 mi
1h 29m
I 80
57.8 mi
1h 3m
210th Street
18 mi
24m
State Highway 3
15.1 mi
20m
Leo P Rooff Expressway
6.7 mi
8m
I 380
6.5 mi
7m
I 74
4.3 mi
5m
Washington Street
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Avenue of the Saints
— 80 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washington, IA and Bettendorf, IA.
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Start on IA 3
2.6 mi·3 min·State Highway 3
2
Continue on IA 3
2.1 mi·4 min·Central Avenue West
3
Continue on IA 3
8.2 mi·11 min·State Highway 3
4
Continue on IA 3
1.8 mi·2 min·210th Street
5
Continue on IA 3
1.7 mi·2 min·South Street
6
Continue on IA 3
7.4 mi·10 min·210th Street
7
Continue on IA 3; IA 14
1.0 mi·1 min·State Highway 3
8
Continue on IA 3
8.8 mi·11 min·210th Street
9
Continue on IA 3
3.4 mi·4 min·State Highway 3
10
Continue on IA 3
1.7 mi·2 min·230th Street
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·56 sec
12
Merge onto US 218; IA 27
15 mi·17 min·Avenue of the Saints
13
Take the exit
317 ft·7 sec
Toward US 218 south: Waterloo
14
Continue on US 218
0.3 mi·39 sec·US 218
Toward US 218 south: Waterloo
15
Merge onto US 218
6.7 mi·8 min·Leo P Rooff Expressway
16
Continue on US 218
2.4 mi·3 min·Washington Street
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
6.5 mi·7 min·I 380
Toward I-380 south, US 20, IA 27: Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, Cedar Falls
18
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
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 80
20
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi·2 min
Toward I 80 East: Davenport
21
Merge onto I 80
58 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 80
22
Take the exit
0.5 mi·44 sec
Toward I 74 East: Bettendorf, Davenport
23
Merge onto I 74
4.3 mi·5 min·I 74
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi·48 sec
Toward US 67: US 67, Grant Street, State Street, Riverfront
25
Turn right onto US 67
0.1 mi·17 sec·Grant Street
Use the right lane.
26
Turn left onto 12th Street
0.1 mi·39 sec·12th Street
27
Turn left
74 ft·3 sec
28
Arrive at 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 99.9 miles from Washington, IA, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80 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 44 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.9 miles or 2h 6m 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 18m
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 Washington, 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 Washington, IA
This is one driving day of about 199.7 miles and 3h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Washington, 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 80 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 99.9 mi from Washington, IA
· 2h 6m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.22 one way
$62.44 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg70 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$34.28
$68.56
premium
$4.89
$38.43
$76.86
diesel
$5.61
$44.09
$88.18
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
59.9
0
$20.97
$9.59
Efficient EV
49.9
0
$17.47
$7.99
EV Truck/SUV
79.9
0
$27.96
$12.78
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Washington, IA
Morning
in Washington on Saturday
Local time
10:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bettendorf, IA
Morning
in Bettendorf on Saturday
Local time
10:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Vinton, IA
100 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
16 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 59m 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 Washington, IA to Bettendorf, IA covers 199.7 miles and takes about 3h 59m 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, 210th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 99.9 miles from Washington, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.22 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 199.7 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 63.8 miles (I 380): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.4 miles (I 380; IA 27 / Avenue of the Saints): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 135.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Washington, IA and Bettendorf, IA, road signs point toward Dubuque and Cedar Falls.
