How far is Boulder, CO from Todd Creek, CO?

The driving distance from Boulder, CO to Todd Creek, CO is about 26.7 miles (43 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
26.71 mi
00h 35m
Flight
21.18 mi
34.09 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
21.18 mi
Kilometers
34.09 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
26.71 mi
Kilometers
42.98 km
Drive Time
00h 35m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 35m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Todd Creek
Thu, Apr 23, 7:34 AM MDT
Return by in Boulder
Thu, Apr 23, 8:09 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Boulder
2026-04-23T06:58
Arrive Todd Creek
Thu, Apr 23, 7:34 AM MDT
Route Timing
00h 35m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:36 AM to 7:36 PM MDT

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

Leave by
7:18 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Boulder
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
Lafayette
CO

City in Colorado

From Boulder
13.4 mi
00h 17m
To Todd Creek
13.4 mi
00h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
60°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny then Chance Snow Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
16 to 25 mph W
Destination
66°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
10 to 18 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Boulder and Todd Creek.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Boulder and Todd Creek.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    27 m · 7 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto 19th Street

    44 m · 14 sec · 19th Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Arapahoe Avenue

    3210 ft · 2 min · Arapahoe Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn right onto 28th Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · 28th Street

  5. 5

    Turn straight onto Denver–Boulder Turnpike

    3.4 mi · 4 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike

    1.7 mi · 2 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike

    2.6 mi · 3 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike

    3170 ft · 42 sec · Denver–Boulder Turnpike

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward Northwest Parkway, Interlocken Loop

    1460 ft · 29 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on Northwest Parkway, RTD Park-n-Ride, Louisville

    67 m · 8 sec

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Interlocken Loop

    650 ft · 24 sec · Interlocken Loop

  12. 12

    Continue on Northwest Parkway

    9.5 mi · 10 min · Northwest Parkway

  13. 13

    Continue on E-470

    3.9 mi · 4 min · E-470

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward Quebec Street

    2060 ft · 51 sec

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Quebec Street

    1643 ft · 36 sec · Quebec Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Ehler Parkway

    1 mi · 2 min · Ehler Parkway

  17. 17

    Turn left onto Yosemite Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · Yosemite Street

  18. 18

    Turn right onto East 153rd Avenue

    2986 ft · 2 min · East 153rd Avenue

  19. 19

    Turn left onto Emporia Street

    1154 ft · 53 sec · Emporia Street

  20. 20

    Turn right

    15 m · 4 sec

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Boulder and Todd Creek.

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
21 steps
14 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
78.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Northwest Parkway
9.8 mi · 37%
Denver–Boulder Turnpike
8.26 mi · 31%
E-470
3.91 mi · 15%
Ehler Parkway
1 mi · 4%
28th Street
0.76 mi · 3%
Quebec Street
0.7 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Northwest Parkway

Continue on Northwest Parkway

9.49 mi · 00h 10m

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 35m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5.5 mi
21.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lafayette
00h 17m from Boulder
Leave By
7:18 PM MDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Chance Snow Showers leaving Boulder and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Todd Creek.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Boulder to Todd Creek?

The road trip is about 26.7 miles (43 km) and usually takes 00h 35m 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?

Lafayette is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.4 miles from Boulder and 13.4 miles from Todd Creek.

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

The direct path is about 21.2 miles (34.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.5 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 7:18 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.48 one way or $6.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Snow Showers around Boulder and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Todd Creek.

Stop Ideas Near Lafayette

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 Lafayette and the surrounding midpoint area.
Municipal Court Park
Scenic stop 9.1 mi away

Municipal Court Park

Westminster , CO
3025 W 76th Ave, Westminster, CO 80030
Rating 3.8/5 94 reviews Park
Broomfield City Council
Meeting point 2.8 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 2 mi away

Lafayette City Hall

Lafayette , CO
1290 S Public Rd, Lafayette, CO 80026
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews City administration
Historic Brighton City Hall
Scenic stop 14.3 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

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Boulder, Colorado

18 mi away
30th & Diagonal Highway
BUS

Longmont, Colorado

20 mi away
623 Main St.
BUS

Denver (Bus Station), Colorado

28 mi away
1055 19th Street
RAIL

Union Station

28 mi away
1701 Wynkoop Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Boulder and Todd Creek. Straight-line distance: 21.18 mi (34.09 km).

Boulder

#1 Boulder

The most populous city in Boulder County, Colorado.

Population107,645
Coordinates40.0149900, -105.2705500
Altitude1624
CountryUnited States
Todd Creek

#2 Todd Creek

Census-designated place in Adams County, Colorado

Population3,768
Coordinates39.9780400, -104.8733100
Altitude1540
CountryUnited States
Start: Boulder (-105.27055, 40.01499)
End: Todd Creek (-104.87331, 39.97804)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 43 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 53m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 40m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 26m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 22m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 19m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.94 gal
3.57 L · about $3.48
Round trip
$6.95
1.88 gal · 7.14 L
Estimated CO2
8.4 kg one way
Round trip: 16.7 kg / 37 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.70 $3.48 $6.95
Mid-grade $4.08 $3.84 $7.68
Premium $4.39 $4.13 $8.26
Diesel $4.74 $4.45 $8.91

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 Boulder and Todd Creek. The current time is 06:58:31.

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.