Bettendorf to Grand Rapids: Road Trip Guide & Distance

267.1 miles 429.8 km · straight line
333.9 miles estimated 537.3 km · driving distance
6h 43min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
67° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Grand Rapids?

The distance from Bettendorf to Grand Rapids is 267.1 miles (429.8 km) as the crow flies. Grand Rapids is located ENE of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 333.9 miles, taking about 6h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Grand Rapids in Michigan.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bettendorf and Grand Rapids. 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 Grand Rapids

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 43min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 4min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 23min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Grand Rapids

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Grand Rapids
42.96°N, 85.67°W
America/Detroit
187m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients