How far is Arvada, CO from Campion, CO?

The driving distance from Arvada, CO to Campion, CO is about 48.6 miles (78.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 37.8 miles (60.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 02m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
48.61 mi
01h 01m
Flight
37.77 mi
60.79 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
37.77 mi
Kilometers
60.79 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
48.61 mi
Kilometers
78.23 km
Drive Time
01h 01m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 01m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Campion
Wed, Apr 22, 11:16 PM MDT
Return by in Arvada
Thu, Apr 23, 12:17 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Arvada
2026-04-22T22:14
Arrive Campion
Wed, Apr 22, 11:16 PM MDT
Route Timing
01h 01m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:01 AM to 11:01 AM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:28 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Arvada
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Dacono
CO

City in Weld County, Colorado, United States of America

From Arvada
24.3 mi
00h 30m
To Campion
24.3 mi
00h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
7 to 21 mph SW
Destination
81°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
7 to 24 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Arvada and Campion.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Arvada and Campion.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    13 m · 5 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Ammons Street

    18 m · 7 sec · Ammons Street

  3. 3

    Turn left

    96 m · 25 sec

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Allison Street

    53 m · 14 sec · Allison Street

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Ralston Road

    1.8 mi · 4 min · Ralston Road

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Sheridan Boulevard

    1376 ft · 34 sec · Sheridan Boulevard

  7. 7

    Turn left onto I 76 East

    2150 ft · 56 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Heartland Expressway

    3 mi · 4 min · Heartland Expressway

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 25: Fort Collins, Colorado Springs

    1098 ft · 21 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on I 25 North: Fort Collins

    1.4 mi · 3 min

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto North Valley Highway

    1.4 km · 1 min · North Valley Highway

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on North Valley Highway

    4.3 mi · 6 min · North Valley Highway

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on North Valley Highway

    5.3 mi · 6 min · North Valley Highway

  14. 14

    Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

    22.2 mi · 22 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward CO 56 West: Berthound

    1232 ft · 26 sec

  16. 16

    Keep slight left to continue on CO 56 West: Berthound

    104 m · 8 sec

  17. 17

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Highway 56

    83 m · 16 sec · East Highway 56

  18. 18

    Exit the roundabout onto East Highway 56

    778 ft · 22 sec · East Highway 56

  19. 19

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Highway 56

    28 m · 5 sec · East Highway 56

  20. 20

    Exit the rotary onto East Highway 56

    3.9 mi · 5 min · East Highway 56

  21. 21

    Continue on East County Road 8

    1 mi · 2 min · East County Road 8

  22. 22

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North 1st Street

    12 m · 2 sec · North 1st Street

  23. 23

    Exit the roundabout onto North 1st Street

    2.1 mi · 4 min · North 1st Street

  24. 24

    Take the ramp straight

    1431 ft · 39 sec

  25. 25

    Merge slight left onto South Highway 287

    1.1 km · 1 min · South Highway 287

  26. 26

    Turn left onto 42nd Street Southeast

    1026 ft · 28 sec · 42nd Street Southeast

  27. 27

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 42nd Street Southeast

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Arvada and Campion.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
27 steps
13 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
12
3 merges, 9 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
55.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
22.2 mi · 46%
North Valley Highway
10.5 mi · 22%
East Highway 56
4.1 mi · 8%
Heartland Expressway
3.05 mi · 6%
North 1st Street
2.37 mi · 5%
Ralston Road
1.8 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

22.2 mi · 00h 22m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 01m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.8 mi
37.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Dacono
00h 30m from Arvada
Leave By
4:28 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Arvada and Mostly Sunny near Campion.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Arvada to Campion?

The road trip is about 48.6 miles (78.2 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?

Dacono is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.3 miles from Arvada and 24.3 miles from Campion.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 37.8 miles (60.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.8 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 4:28 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.32 one way or $12.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Arvada and Mostly Sunny near Campion.

Stop Ideas Near Dacono

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Dacono and the surrounding midpoint area.
Historic Brighton City Hall
Scenic stop 10.6 mi away

Historic Brighton City Hall

Brighton , CO
22 S 4th Ave, Brighton, CO 80601
Rating 4.3/5 31 reviews Historical place,City Hall
Broomfield City Council
Meeting point 11.7 mi away

Broomfield City Council

Broomfield , CO
1 Descombes Dr, Broomfield, CO 80020
Rating 3.9/5 63 reviews City government office
Lafayette City Hall
Nearby stop 8.4 mi away

Lafayette City Hall

Lafayette , CO
1290 S Public Rd, Lafayette, CO 80026
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews City administration
Old Town Hall
Scenic stop 2.7 mi away

Old Town Hall

Frederick , CO
105 Fifth St, Frederick, CO 80530
Rating 4.0/5 2 reviews Historical landmark,History museum

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Dacono.

BUS

Longmont, Colorado

17 mi away
623 Main St.
BUS

Boulder, Colorado

29 mi away
30th & Diagonal Highway
BUS

Denver (Bus Station), Colorado

37 mi away
1055 19th Street
RAIL

Union Station

37 mi away
1701 Wynkoop Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Arvada and Campion. Straight-line distance: 37.77 mi (60.79 km).

Arvada

#1 Arvada

The second most populous city in Jefferson County, Colorado.

Population121,936
Coordinates39.8027600, -105.0874800
Altitude1629
CountryUnited States
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#2 Campion

Unincorporated community in Colorado

Population1,839
Coordinates40.3494300, -105.0777600
Altitude1560
CountryUnited States
Start: Arvada (-105.08748, 39.80276)
End: Campion (-105.07776, 40.34943)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 78 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 37m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 12m
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.

One-way fuel
1.71 gal
6.49 L · about $6.32
Round trip
$12.65
3.42 gal · 12.98 L
Estimated CO2
15.2 kg one way
Round trip: 30.4 kg / 67 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.70 $6.32 $12.65
Mid-grade $4.08 $6.98 $13.97
Premium $4.39 $7.51 $15.02
Diesel $4.74 $8.10 $16.20

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Colorado · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Arvada and Campion. The current time is 22:14:52.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.