How far is Boulder, CO from Genesee, CO?
The driving distance from Boulder, CO to Genesee, CO is about 30 miles (48.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.7 miles (36.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 40m 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 00h 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.
County seat of Jefferson County, Colorado, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain And Snow Showers
Rain And Snow Showers then Chance T-storms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Boulder and Genesee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boulder and Genesee.
-
1
Start on the route
27 m · 7 sec
-
2
Turn right onto 19th Street
44 m · 14 sec · 19th Street
-
3
Turn left onto Arapahoe Avenue
3210 ft · 2 min · Arapahoe Avenue
-
4
Turn right onto 28th Street
1.2 km · 2 min · 28th Street
-
5
Turn straight onto Baseline Road
865 ft · 18 sec
-
6
Keep slight left to continue on Baseline Road, Broadway South
116 m · 16 sec
-
7
Continue on 27th Way
1484 ft · 46 sec · 27th Way
-
8
At the end of the road, turn left onto Broadway
2.2 mi · 4 min · Broadway
-
9
Continue on South Foothills Highway
8.3 mi · 12 min · South Foothills Highway
-
10
Continue straight
7.5 mi · 11 min
-
11
Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
2.9 mi · 5 min · Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
-
12
Turn right
2993 ft · 54 sec
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 70 West: Grand Junction
1.3 km · 59 sec
-
14
Merge slight left
3.1 mi · 4 min
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward CR 45: Lookout Mountain
1434 ft · 44 sec
-
16
Turn left onto South Grapevine Road
127 m · 11 sec · South Grapevine Road
-
17
Turn right onto Genesee Ridge Road
1.9 mi · 5 min · Genesee Ridge Road
-
18
Turn left onto Shooting Star Drive
2079 ft · 2 min · Shooting Star Drive
-
19
Turn left
655 ft · 48 sec
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Boulder and Genesee.
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.
South Foothills Highway
Continue on South Foothills Highway
8.29 mi · 00h 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.
Rain And Snow Showers leaving Boulder and Rain And Snow Showers then Chance T-storms near Genesee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Boulder to Genesee?
The road trip is about 30 miles (48.3 km) and usually takes 00h 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?
Golden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15 miles from Boulder and 15 miles from Genesee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.7 miles (36.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 4:50 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.92 one way or $7.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers around Boulder and Rain And Snow Showers then Chance T-storms near Genesee.
Stop Ideas Near Golden
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Municipal Court Park
Denver City Council
Lafayette City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Golden.
Union Station
Denver (Bus Station), Colorado
Boulder, Colorado
Pine Junction, CO
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Boulder and Genesee. Straight-line distance: 22.74 mi (36.6 km).
#1 Boulder
The most populous city in Boulder County, Colorado.
| Population | 107,645 |
| Coordinates | 40.0149900, -105.2705500 |
| Altitude | 1624 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Genesee
City in Idaho
| Population | 3,609 |
| Coordinates | 39.6858200, -105.2727700 |
| Altitude | 2331 |
| Country | United States |
End: Genesee (-105.27277, 39.68582)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.70 | $3.92 | $7.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $4.33 | $8.66 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.65 | $9.31 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $5.02 | $10.04 |
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 30, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.