Appleton to Davenport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

218.5 miles 351.7 km · straight line
273.2 miles estimated 439.6 km · driving distance
5h 30min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
211° SSW bearing direction

How far is Appleton from Davenport?

The distance from Appleton to Davenport is 218.5 miles (351.7 km) as the crow flies. Davenport is located SSW of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 273.2 miles, taking about 5h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Davenport in Iowa.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Appleton and Davenport. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Appleton to Davenport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 30min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 36min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 14min $33–$96* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Appleton & Davenport

Quick Facts

Appleton
44.26°N, 88.42°W
America/Chicago
242m elevation
Davenport
41.52°N, 90.58°W
America/Chicago
180m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 113.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients