Davenport to Jefferson City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

220.4 miles 354.7 km · straight line
275.5 miles estimated 443.4 km · driving distance
5h 33min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
203° SSW bearing direction

How far is Davenport from Jefferson City?

The distance from Davenport to Jefferson City is 220.4 miles (354.7 km) as the crow flies. Jefferson City is located SSW of Davenport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 275.5 miles, taking about 5h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Davenport in Iowa and Jefferson City in Missouri.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Davenport and Jefferson City. 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 Davenport to Jefferson City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 33min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 40min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 16min $33–$96* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Davenport & Jefferson City

Quick Facts

Davenport
41.52°N, 90.58°W
America/Chicago
180m elevation
Jefferson City
38.58°N, 92.17°W
America/Chicago
192m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 113 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients