Distance Guide
How far is Davenport from Iowa City?
The distance between Davenport, IA and Iowa City, IA is about 50 miles — roughly a 55 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
50 mi
Drive time
55 min
Midpoint
41.592°, -91.054°
Driving from Davenport to Iowa City
Most drivers cover the 50-mile route in about 55 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 25 miles each instead of 50. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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