How far is Buena Vista, CO from Denver, CO?
The driving distance from Buena Vista, CO to Denver, CO is about 122.9 miles (197.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.2 miles (140.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 28m 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 14m.
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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 Buena Vista and Denver.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buena Vista and Denver.
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Start on East Main Street
136 m · 16 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
74 mi · 1 hr 34 min
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Continue straight
36.8 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 85
828 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 85 North
76 m · 15 sec
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Turn left onto US 85 North
32 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight right onto South Santa Fe Drive
3.1 mi · 4 min · South Santa Fe Drive
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Turn right onto West Mississippi Avenue
2583 ft · 1 min · West Mississippi Avenue
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Turn left onto South Logan Street
2.8 mi · 5 min · South Logan Street
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Turn left onto East 13th Avenue
720 ft · 27 sec · East 13th Avenue
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Turn right onto Sherman Street
644 ft · 34 sec · Sherman Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
91 m · 22 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 Buena Vista and Denver.
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
Turn left
74 mi · 01h 34m
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 Buena Vista and Mostly Sunny near Denver.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buena Vista to Denver?
The road trip is about 122.9 miles (197.8 km) and usually takes 02h 14m 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?
Montezuma is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.1 miles from Buena Vista and 62.8 miles from Denver.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.2 miles (140.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.7 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 2:02 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.05 one way or $32.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Buena Vista and Mostly Sunny near Denver.
Stop Ideas Near Montezuma
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 Montezuma.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buena Vista and Denver. Straight-line distance: 87.17 mi (140.29 km).
#1 Buena Vista
Town of the United States
| Population | 3,116 |
| Coordinates | 38.8422200, -106.1311300 |
| Altitude | 2421 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Denver
The twentieth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Denver metropolitan area.
| Population | 735,538 |
| Coordinates | 39.7391500, -104.9847000 |
| Altitude | 1609 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-104.984198, 39.739139)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 198 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
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 | $16.05 | $32.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $17.72 | $35.45 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $19.06 | $38.11 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $20.56 | $41.12 |
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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