How far is Aristocrat Ranchettes, CO from Fort Collins, CO?
The driving distance from Aristocrat Ranchettes, CO to Fort Collins, CO is about 48.9 miles (78.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37 miles (59.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aristocrat Ranchettes and Fort Collins.
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Start on Henry Street
2659 ft · 2 min · Henry Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road 18
4.4 mi · 9 min · County Road 18
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 23
1.1 mi · 2 min · County Road 23
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Turn left onto County Road 20
3.2 mi · 4 min · County Road 20
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Continue on Pine Cone Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Pine Cone Avenue
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Turn right onto County Road 15
2 mi · 3 min · County Road 15
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Turn left onto Firestone Boulevard
2.8 mi · 5 min · Firestone Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 25 North
1511 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
29 mi · 29 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward CO 14 West: Fort Collins
976 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto East Mulberry Street
4 mi · 7 min · East Mulberry Street
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Continue on West Mulberry Street
1543 ft · 45 sec · West Mulberry Street
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Turn right onto South Meldrum Street
152 m · 29 sec · South Meldrum Street
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Turn left onto West Magnolia Street
145 m · 18 sec · West Magnolia Street
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Continue on South Sherwood Street
841 ft · 39 sec · South Sherwood Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Sherwood Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aristocrat Ranchettes and Fort Collins.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
29 mi · 00h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Aristocrat Ranchettes and Sunny near Fort Collins.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aristocrat Ranchettes to Fort Collins?
The road trip is about 48.9 miles (78.7 km) and usually takes 00h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Johnstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.4 miles from Aristocrat Ranchettes and 24.5 miles from Fort Collins.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37 miles (59.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:34 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.40 one way or $12.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Aristocrat Ranchettes and Sunny near Fort Collins.
Stop Ideas Near Johnstown
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aristocrat Ranchettes and Fort Collins. Straight-line distance: 37.01 mi (59.56 km).
#1 Aristocrat Ranchettes
Census-designated place in Weld County, Colorado
| Population | 1,344 |
| Coordinates | 40.1091500, -104.7624700 |
| Altitude | 1525 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Collins
The fifth most populous city in Colorado.
| Population | 168,234 |
| Coordinates | 40.5852600, -105.0844200 |
| Altitude | 1525 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Sherwood Street (-105.084316, 40.585259)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.70 | $6.40 | $12.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $7.07 | $14.13 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $7.60 | $15.19 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $8.20 | $16.39 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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