Davenport to Machesney Park: Road Trip Guide & Distance

97.4 miles 156.8 km · straight line
121.8 miles estimated 196 km · driving distance
2h 27min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
54° NE bearing direction

How far is Davenport from Machesney Park?

The distance from Davenport to Machesney Park is 97.4 miles (156.8 km) as the crow flies. Machesney Park is located NE of Davenport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 121.8 miles, taking about 2h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Davenport in Iowa and Machesney Park 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 Davenport and Machesney Park. 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 Machesney Park

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 27min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 56min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 20min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Davenport & Machesney Park

Quick Facts

Davenport
41.52°N, 90.58°W
America/Chicago
180m elevation
Machesney Park
42.35°N, 89.04°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 255.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients