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Trip from Williamsburg, 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 37m

Distance

80.7 mi

130 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 30m ★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Williamsburg, IA, IA

Williamsburg, IA

Phil Evenden

county seat of Scott County, Iowa, United States

Davenport, IA

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Trip Overview

Williamsburg to Davenport is 80.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 37 minutes via I 80, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within the Midwest, connecting two points in Iowa. It's primarily a highway-focused trip, making it a practical choice for a quick transit or a day trip. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, so expect efficient travel. With only one day recommended, this route is ideal if you're looking for a no-fuss journey between these two locations.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

40.4 miles from Williamsburg, IA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 80.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the journey on interstates. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 69 miles on I 80, which means consistent speed and minimal interaction with local traffic. The road character is consistent for the majority of the trip, offering a predictable driving experience. As you approach Davenport, you'll transition onto roads like West Kimberly Road and Hickory Grove Road, which may offer a slight change in scenery and pace before reaching your destination.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 69 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and West Kimberly Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Welsh Street.

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 1h 37m drive. You will face about 11 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 (West Welsh Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (IA 149 / South Highland Street): Navigation decision point; at 71.4 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Welsh Street

Turn left onto West Welsh Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | IA 149 / South Highland Street

Turn left onto IA 149 / South Highland Street

Navigation decision point

5
71.4 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in | 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
72.5 mi into trip | ~1h 21m in | 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
79.7 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in | West 14th Street

Turn left onto West 14th Street

Navigation decision point

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Williamsburg, IA and Davenport, IA, road signs point toward Moline and Walcott.

Moline

71.4 mi in | ~1h 19m | via US 6

Walcott

72.5 mi in | ~1h 21m | via US 6

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 80 69 mi 1h 14m
West Kimberly Road 3 mi 4m
Hickory Grove Road 2.5 mi 5m
US 6 1.5 mi 2m
State Highway 149 1.3 mi 2m
West Locust Street 0.9 mi 2m
Harrison Street 0.7 mi 1m
South Highland Street 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 80 — 69 mi, about 1h 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Williamsburg, IA and Davenport, IA.

1

Start on Court Street

142 ft · 11 sec · Court Street
2

Turn left onto West Welsh Street

399 ft · 13 sec · West Welsh Street
3

Turn left onto IA 149

0.4 mi · 34 sec · South Highland Street
4

Continue on IA 149

1.3 mi · 2 min · State Highway 149
5

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 1 min
6

Merge onto I 80

69 mi · 1 hr 14 min · I 80
7

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
8

Take the exit onto US 6

0.4 mi · 51 sec · US 6
Toward US 6 East, CR F58 West: Kimberly Road, Walcott
9

Continue on US 6

3.0 mi · 4 min · West Kimberly Road
10

Turn slight right onto Hickory Grove Road

2.5 mi · 5 min · Hickory Grove Road
11

Turn left onto US 6 Hist

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Locust Street
12

Turn right onto Gaines Street

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Gaines Street
13

Turn left onto West 14th Street

0.3 mi · 45 sec · West 14th Street
14

At end of road, turn right onto US 61 Business

0.7 mi · 1 min · Harrison Street
15

Turn right onto West 4th Street

165 ft · 4 sec · West 4th Street
16

Arrive at destination

West 4th Street

Trip Plan

Given the short duration of 1 hour and 37 minutes, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart at any time of day. Since the drive is so brief and you'll be on I 80 for the longest stretch, consider filling up your fuel tank before leaving Williamsburg to ensure you have plenty for the entire 80.7-mile journey and beyond. There are no specific stops recommended, so you can make good time. However, if you do need a break, I 80 is well-equipped with services along the way.

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 40.4 miles from Williamsburg, IA, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69 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 18 miles or 21m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 40.4 miles or 45m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 16m

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 Williamsburg, IA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Williamsburg, IA

This is one driving day of about 80.7 miles and 1h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Williamsburg, IA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 69 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 40.4 mi from Williamsburg, IA · 45m into the drive

Downtown Tipton, IA, IA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Tipton, IA

40 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

North Liberty, IA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

West Branch, IA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.4 miles from Williamsburg, IA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69 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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.62 one way

$25.23 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $13.85 $27.70
premium $4.89 $15.53 $31.06
diesel $5.61 $17.82 $35.64

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 24.2 0 $8.47 $3.87
Efficient EV 20.2 0 $7.06 $3.23
EV Truck/SUV 32.3 0 $11.30 $5.16

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (68% 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

Williamsburg, IA

Evening in Williamsburg on Friday

Local time

8:09 PM

CDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Davenport, IA

Evening in Davenport on Friday

Local time

8:09 PM

CDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

71°F

Tipton, IA

40 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

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 37m 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 Williamsburg, IA to Davenport, IA covers 80.7 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 80, West Kimberly Road, Hickory Grove Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 40.4 miles from Williamsburg, IA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.62 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 1h 37m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Welsh Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (IA 149 / South Highland Street): Navigation decision point; at 71.4 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Between Williamsburg, IA and Davenport, IA, road signs point toward Moline and Walcott.

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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