How far is Arvada, CO from Kittredge, CO?

The driving distance from Arvada, CO to Kittredge, CO is about 23.2 miles (37.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 15.2 miles (24.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
23.23 mi
00h 39m
Flight
15.22 mi
24.5 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Arvada.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
15.22 mi
Kilometers
24.5 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
23.23 mi
Kilometers
37.39 km
Drive Time
00h 39m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

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

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 39m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Kittredge
Thu, Apr 23, 1:14 AM MDT
Return by in Arvada
Thu, Apr 23, 1:53 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Arvada
2026-04-23T00:34
Arrive Kittredge
Thu, Apr 23, 1:14 AM MDT
Route Timing
00h 39m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:40 AM to 7:40 PM MDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:10 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Arvada
10:00 PM MDT
Flexible departure

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
Morrison
CO

Municipality in Colorado, United States

From Arvada
11.6 mi
00h 19m
To Kittredge
11.6 mi
00h 19m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
68°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
8 to 21 mph W
Destination
59°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
9 to 21 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    13 m · 5 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Ammons Street

    69 m · 10 sec · Ammons Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Ralston Road

    2318 ft · 1 min · Ralston Road

  4. 4

    Continue on West 58th Avenue

    1.3 km · 2 min · West 58th Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Kipling Parkway

    1 mi · 2 min · Kipling Parkway

  6. 6

    Continue on Kipling Street

    1288 ft · 26 sec · Kipling Street

  7. 7

    Take the ramp right toward I 70 West

    1754 ft · 46 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    6.7 mi · 8 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward CO 470 East: Colorado Springs

    1.1 km · 51 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    3.8 mi · 4 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward CO 8: Morrison Road

    1729 ft · 23 sec

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on CO 8 West: Morrison Road

    110 m · 9 sec

  13. 13

    Turn straight onto West Morrison Road

    1545 ft · 36 sec · West Morrison Road

  14. 14

    Continue on Bear Creek Avenue

    2073 ft · 1 min · Bear Creek Avenue

  15. 15

    Continue on Bear Creek Road

    7.7 mi · 17 min · Bear Creek Road

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Myers Gulch Road

    159 m · 14 sec · Myers Gulch Road

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Columbine Trail

    150 m · 22 sec · Columbine Trail

  18. 18

    Continue on Center Drive

    1080 ft · 50 sec · Center Drive

  19. 19

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Burnham Drive

    36 m · 5 sec · Burnham Drive

  20. 20

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Burnham Drive

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
20 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
86.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Bear Creek Road
7.68 mi · 33%
I 70 West
7.02 mi · 30%
CO 470 East
4.46 mi · 19%
Kipling Parkway
1.02 mi · 4%
West 58th Avenue
0.82 mi · 4%
Ralston Road
0.44 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Bear Creek Road

Continue on Bear Creek Road

7.68 mi · 00h 17m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 39m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8 mi
15.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Morrison
00h 19m from Arvada
Leave By
7:10 PM MDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Arvada and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Kittredge.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 23.2 miles (37.4 km) and usually takes 00h 39m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Morrison is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.6 miles from Arvada and 11.6 miles from Kittredge.

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

The direct path is about 15.2 miles (24.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.03 one way or $6.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Arvada and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Kittredge.

Stop Ideas Near Morrison

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 Morrison and the surrounding midpoint area.
Municipal Court Park
Scenic stop 13.1 mi away

Municipal Court Park

Westminster , CO
3025 W 76th Ave, Westminster, CO 80030
Rating 3.8/5 94 reviews Park
Denver City Council
Meeting point 11 mi away

Denver City Council

Denver , CO
1437 Bannock St rm 451, Denver, CO 80202
Rating 3.6/5 92 reviews City government office,County government office
Town Hall Arts Center
Nearby stop 10.7 mi away

Town Hall Arts Center

Littleton , CO
2450 Main St, Littleton, CO 80120
Rating 4.7/5 204 reviews Performing arts theater,Art gallery
City of Littleton
Scenic stop 10.7 mi away

City of Littleton

Littleton , CO
2255 W Berry Ave, Littleton, CO 80165
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews City government office,Local government office,Museum

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Denver (Bus Station), Colorado

20 mi away
1055 19th Street
RAIL

Union Station

20 mi away
1701 Wynkoop Street
BUS

Pine Junction, CO

27 mi away
76 Mount Evans Boulevard
BUS

Boulder, Colorado

46 mi away
30th & Diagonal Highway

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Arvada and Kittredge. Straight-line distance: 15.22 mi (24.5 km).

Arvada

#1 Arvada

The second most populous city in Jefferson County, Colorado.

Population121,936
Coordinates39.8027600, -105.0874800
Altitude1629
CountryUnited States
Kittredge

#2 Kittredge

Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Colorado

Population1,304
Coordinates39.6547100, -105.2997100
Altitude2105
CountryUnited States
Start: Arvada (-105.08748, 39.80276)
End: Kittredge (-105.29971, 39.65471)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 37 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 46m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 34m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 27m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 23m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 19m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 17m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.82 gal
3.1 L · about $3.03
Round trip
$6.06
1.64 gal · 6.2 L
Estimated CO2
7.3 kg one way
Round trip: 14.6 kg / 32 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.70 $3.03 $6.06
Mid-grade $4.08 $3.35 $6.70
Premium $4.39 $3.60 $7.20
Diesel $4.74 $3.88 $7.77

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 Kittredge. The current time is 00:34:30.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

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