How far is Brighton, CO from Fort Collins, CO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Brighton and Fort Collins is 43.73 miles (70.37 km).
Flight distance from Brighton, CO to Fort Collins, CO is 43.73 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Brighton, Colorado to Fort Collins, Colorado is: 54.35 miles (87.47 km) by car.
Driving from Brighton to Fort Collins will take approximately 00 hours 57 minutes.
#1 Brighton
A city in Adams County, Colorado. It is located in the northeastern part of the county, in the Denver metropolitan area. Brighton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Brighton Historical Society and the Brighton Museum.
| Population | 40783 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°59'7"N 104°49'14"W |
| Latitude | 39.9852600 |
| Longitude | -104.8205300 |
| Altitude | 1519 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Collins
The fifth most populous city in Colorado. It is located in the northeastern part of the state. Fort Collins is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Colorado State University and the Fort Collins Museum of Art.
| Population | 168234 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°35'7"N 105°5'4"W |
| Latitude | 40.5852600 |
| Longitude | -105.0844200 |
| Altitude | 1525 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Fort Collins: South Sherwood Street (-105.08428,40.58526)
Estimated Travel Time Between Brighton and Fort Collins
The distance between Brighton and Fort Collins is 87 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 58 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Brighton and Fort Collins. The current time is 21:08:26.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.26 liters (1.92 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Brighton and Fort Collins.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Brighton to Fort Collins is $6.98 (diesel $9.08).
Colorado gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.64 | $4.03 | $4.33 | $4.74 |
| Total | $6.98 | $7.73 | $8.3 | $9.08 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Colorado ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.640 (Diesel $4.737) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Brighton and Fort Collins (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
