Bettendorf to Carol Stream: Road Trip Guide & Distance

125.7 miles 202.3 km · straight line
157.1 miles estimated 252.9 km · driving distance
3h 10min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
77° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Carol Stream?

The distance from Bettendorf to Carol Stream is 125.7 miles (202.3 km) as the crow flies. Carol Stream is located ENE of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 157.1 miles, taking about 3h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Carol Stream in Illinois.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bettendorf and Carol Stream. 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 Bettendorf to Carol Stream

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 10min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 48min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Carol Stream

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Carol Stream
41.91°N, 88.13°W
America/Chicago
231m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 198.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients