How far is Breckenridge, CO from Colorado Springs, CO?
The driving distance from Breckenridge, CO to Colorado Springs, CO is about 106 miles (170.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.1 miles (127.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 17m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Breckenridge and Colorado Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Breckenridge and Colorado Springs.
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Start on South Pine Street
598 ft · 28 sec · South Pine Street
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Turn right onto Royal Tiger Road
1910 ft · 1 min · Royal Tiger Road
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Turn left onto Wellington Road
2418 ft · 1 min · Wellington Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street
2323 ft · 2 min · North Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Main Street
21.6 mi · 39 min · South Main Street
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Turn left
16.1 mi · 26 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
40.7 mi · 48 min
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Continue straight
23.6 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight left toward 8th Street North
114 m · 11 sec
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Turn straight onto South 8th Street
956 ft · 27 sec · South 8th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Colorado Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · West Colorado Avenue
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Continue on East Colorado Avenue
1584 ft · 1 min · East Colorado Avenue
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Turn left onto South Weber Street
548 ft · 23 sec · South Weber Street
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Turn left onto East Pikes Peak Avenue
129 m · 14 sec · East Pikes Peak Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Pikes Peak Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Breckenridge and Colorado Springs.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
40.7 mi · 00h 48m
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.
Sunny leaving Breckenridge and Sunny near Colorado Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Breckenridge to Colorado Springs?
The road trip is about 106 miles (170.6 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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?
Fairplay is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.9 miles from Breckenridge and 53.1 miles from Colorado Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.1 miles (127.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.9 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 1:54 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.83 one way or $27.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Breckenridge and Sunny near Colorado Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Fairplay
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fairplay.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Breckenridge and Colorado Springs. Straight-line distance: 79.08 mi (127.27 km).
#1 Breckenridge
Town in Colorado, USA
| Population | 4,954 |
| Coordinates | 39.4816500, -106.0383500 |
| Altitude | 2965 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Colorado Springs
The second most populous city in Colorado and the center of the Colorado Springs metropolitan area.
| Population | 482,131 |
| Coordinates | 38.8338800, -104.8213600 |
| Altitude | 1832 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Pikes Peak Avenue (-104.821358, 38.833914)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 171 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.70 | $13.83 | $27.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $15.27 | $30.55 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $16.42 | $32.84 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $17.72 | $35.43 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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