Distance Guide
How far is Des Moines from Davenport?
The distance between Des Moines, IA and Davenport, IA is about 158 miles — roughly a 2 hr 52 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
158 mi
Drive time
2 hr 52 min
Midpoint
41.555°, -92.101°
Driving from Des Moines to Davenport
Most drivers cover the 158-mile route in about 2 hr 52 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 79 miles each instead of 158. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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