How far is Aurora, CO from Thornton, CO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Aurora and Thornton is 12.12 miles (19.51 km).
Flight distance from Aurora, CO to Thornton, CO is 12.12 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Aurora, Colorado to Thornton, Colorado is: 16.63 miles (26.76 km) by car.
Driving from Aurora to Thornton will take approximately 00 hours 26 minutes.
#1 Aurora
The third most populous city in Colorado and the center of the Denver metropolitan area. It is located east of Denver. Aurora is known for its growing population, its diverse culture, and its many attractions, such as the Aurora Municipal Center and the Aurora Fox Arts Center.
| Population | 387377 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°43'46"N 104°49'55"W |
| Latitude | 39.7294300 |
| Longitude | -104.8319200 |
| Altitude | 1648 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Thornton
The seventh most populous city in Colorado. It is located in the northeastern part of the state. Thornton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Thornton Historical Society and the Thornton Town Center.
| Population | 148113 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°52'5"N 104°58'19"W |
| Latitude | 39.8680400 |
| Longitude | -104.9719200 |
| Altitude | 1631 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Thornton: (-104.971859,39.868064)
Estimated Travel Time Between Aurora and Thornton
The distance between Aurora and Thornton is 27 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 17 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Aurora and Thornton. The current time is 12:05:28.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.22 liters (0.59 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Aurora and Thornton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Aurora to Thornton is $2.14 (diesel $2.78).
Colorado gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.64 | $4.03 | $4.33 | $4.74 |
| Total | $2.14 | $2.37 | $2.54 | $2.78 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Colorado ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.640 (Diesel $4.737) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 16, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Aurora and Thornton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
