How far is Briggsdale, CO from Arvada, CO?
The driving distance from Briggsdale, CO to Arvada, CO is about 85.5 miles (137.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.1 miles (112.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 49m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Weld County, Colorado, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Briggsdale and Arvada.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Briggsdale and Arvada.
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Start on 4th Avenue
28 m · 6 sec · 4th Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
1657 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Highway 392
9.4 mi · 16 min · Highway 392
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Turn right onto County Road 74
9.2 mi · 13 min · County Road 74
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Turn left onto County Road 51
3 mi · 4 min · County Road 51
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Turn right onto Highway 392
2 mi · 4 min · Highway 392
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Turn left onto County Road 47
4.8 mi · 6 min · County Road 47
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Continue on County Road 49
21.9 mi · 26 min · County Road 49
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Take the ramp right toward I 76 West
901 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
32.5 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CO 95: Sheridan Boulevard
1402 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right onto Sheridan Boulevard
902 ft · 25 sec · Sheridan Boulevard
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Turn left onto Ralston Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Ralston Road
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Turn right onto Ammons Street
69 m · 13 sec · Ammons Street
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Turn left
13 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Briggsdale and Arvada.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 76 West
Merge slight left
32.5 mi · 00h 34m
Route Summary
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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 Briggsdale and Mostly Sunny near Arvada.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Briggsdale to Arvada?
The road trip is about 85.5 miles (137.6 km) and usually takes 01h 49m 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?
Keenesburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.8 miles from Briggsdale and 42.8 miles from Arvada.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.1 miles (112.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.4 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 MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:52 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.79 one way or $23.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Briggsdale and Mostly Sunny near Arvada.
Stop Ideas Near Keenesburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Briggsdale and Arvada. Straight-line distance: 70.1 mi (112.82 km).
#1 Briggsdale
Situated on Colorado's eastern high plains at an altitude of 4,865 feet, this Weld County community is surrounded by vast, semi-arid shortgrass prairie.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.6347000, -104.3269000 |
| Altitude | 1483 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Arvada
The second most populous city in Jefferson County, Colorado.
| Population | 121,936 |
| Coordinates | 39.8027600, -105.0874800 |
| Altitude | 1629 |
| Country | United States |
End: Arvada (-105.08748, 39.80276)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 138 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $3.90 | $11.79 | $23.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.29 | $12.96 | $25.91 |
| Premium | $4.61 | $13.93 | $27.87 |
| Diesel | $6.18 | $18.65 | $37.30 |
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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