Bettendorf to Naperville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

123.6 miles 198.9 km · straight line
154.5 miles estimated 248.6 km · driving distance
3h 6min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
81° E bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Naperville?

The distance from Bettendorf to Naperville is 123.6 miles (198.9 km) as the crow flies. Naperville is located E of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 154.5 miles, taking about 3h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Naperville 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 Naperville. 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 Naperville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 6min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 43min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 57min $19–$54* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Naperville

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Naperville
41.79°N, 88.15°W
America/Chicago
216m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 201.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients