Bettendorf to Milwaukee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

169.5 miles 272.8 km · straight line
210.9 miles actual route 339.4 km · driving distance
4h 4min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
51° NE bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Milwaukee?

The distance from Bettendorf to Milwaukee is 169.5 miles (272.8 km) as the crow flies. Milwaukee is located NE of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 210.9 miles, taking about 4h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Milwaukee in Wisconsin.

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 Milwaukee. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Milwaukee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 4min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 53min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~3h 52min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Milwaukee

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Milwaukee
43.04°N, 87.91°W
America/Chicago
188m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 146.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM