Bettendorf to Downers Grove: Road Trip Guide & Distance

130.7 miles 210.4 km · straight line
163.4 miles estimated 263 km · driving distance
3h 17min estimated drive time
$16 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
81° E bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Downers Grove?

The distance from Bettendorf to Downers Grove is 130.7 miles (210.4 km) as the crow flies. Downers Grove is located E of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 163.4 miles, taking about 3h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove. 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 Downers Grove

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 17min $16 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 56min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 7min $20–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Downers Grove

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Downers Grove
41.81°N, 88.01°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 44 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 190.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients