How far is Black Forest, CO from Longmont, CO?
The driving distance from Black Forest, CO to Longmont, CO is about 104 miles (167.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.6 miles (132.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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 01h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
The second most populous city in Arapahoe County, Colorado.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Black Forest and Longmont.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Black Forest and Longmont.
-
1
Start on Black Forest Road
25 m · 6 sec · Black Forest Road
-
2
Turn right onto Shoup Road
4.2 mi · 8 min · Shoup Road
-
3
At the end of the road, turn left
2.8 mi · 4 min
-
4
Keep slight right to continue on I 25 North: Denver
1585 ft · 39 sec
-
5
Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Highway
64.6 mi · 1 hr 12 min · Ronald Reagan Highway
-
6
Keep slight right to continue on North Valley Highway
4.3 mi · 6 min · North Valley Highway
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on North Valley Highway
5.3 mi · 6 min · North Valley Highway
-
8
Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
12.2 mi · 12 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward CO 119 West: Firestone Boulevard
996 ft · 19 sec
-
10
Keep slight left to continue on CO 119 West: Longmont
88 m · 8 sec
-
11
Turn left onto Highway 119
3.1 mi · 4 min · Highway 119
-
12
Continue on East Ken Pratt Boulevard
1.6 mi · 2 min · East Ken Pratt Boulevard
-
13
Take the exit slight right
69 m · 7 sec
-
14
Turn right onto East 3rd Avenue
1.9 mi · 4 min · East 3rd Avenue
-
15
Turn right onto Kimbark Street
1084 ft · 55 sec · Kimbark Street
-
16
Turn left
57 m · 16 sec
-
17
Turn right
33 m · 8 sec
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Black Forest and Longmont.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Ronald Reagan Highway
Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Highway
64.6 mi · 01h 12m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Black Forest and Sunny near Longmont.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Black Forest to Longmont?
The road trip is about 104 miles (167.4 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?
Centennial is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.5 miles from Black Forest and 53.5 miles from Longmont.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.6 miles (132.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.4 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 2:48 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.57 one way or $27.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Black Forest and Sunny near Longmont.
Stop Ideas Near Centennial
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Fairplay Park
Denver City Council
Town Hall Arts Center
City of Littleton
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Centennial.
Denver (Bus Station), Colorado
Union Station
Pine Junction, CO
Boulder, Colorado
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Black Forest and Longmont. Straight-line distance: 82.56 mi (132.86 km).
#1 Black Forest
Census designated place
| Population | 13,116 |
| Coordinates | 39.0130500, -104.7008100 |
| Altitude | 2246 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Longmont
The most populous city in Boulder County, Colorado.
| Population | 98,445 |
| Coordinates | 40.1672100, -105.1019300 |
| Altitude | 1519 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-105.101861, 40.16721)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 167 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.70 | $13.57 | $27.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $14.99 | $29.98 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $16.11 | $32.23 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $17.38 | $34.77 |
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
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.