How far is Centennial, CO from Dove Valley, CO?
The driving distance from Centennial, CO to Dove Valley, CO is about 3.9 miles (6.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 2.5 miles (4.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 16m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 08m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Centennial and Dove Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Centennial and Dove Valley.
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Start on the route
151 m · 41 sec
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Turn left
36 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto East Panorama Circle
536 ft · 23 sec · East Panorama Circle
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Turn right onto South Chester Street
117 m · 15 sec · South Chester Street
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Turn right onto East Dry Creek Road
1.1 km · 1 min · East Dry Creek Road
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Continue on South Havana Street
2545 ft · 49 sec · South Havana Street
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Turn right onto East Easter Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · East Easter Avenue
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Turn right onto South Peoria Street
2144 ft · 43 sec · South Peoria Street
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Continue on Broncos Parkway
1 mi · 2 min · Broncos Parkway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Potomac Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Centennial and Dove Valley.
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.
Broncos Parkway
Continue on Broncos Parkway
1.04 mi · 00h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Centennial and Rain And Snow Likely near Dove Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Centennial to Dove Valley?
The road trip is about 3.9 miles (6.3 km) and usually takes 00h 08m 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?
Castlewood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.9 miles from Centennial and 2 miles from Dove Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 2.5 miles (4.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:14 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.61 one way or $1.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Centennial and Rain And Snow Likely near Dove Valley.
Stop Ideas Near Castlewood
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Castlewood.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Centennial and Dove Valley. Straight-line distance: 2.54 mi (4.08 km).
#1 Centennial
The second most populous city in Arapahoe County, Colorado.
| Population | 110,156 |
| Coordinates | 39.5791600, -104.8769200 |
| Altitude | 1777 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dove Valley
This suburban community in Arapahoe County, Colorado, is situated at an elevation of 5,735 feet within the Denver metropolitan area.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.5777100, -104.8294000 |
| Altitude | 1748 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dove Valley (-104.8294, 39.57771)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 6 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.33 | $0.61 | $1.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.72 | $0.66 | $1.32 |
| Premium | $5.06 | $0.71 | $1.42 |
| Diesel | $6.52 | $0.91 | $1.82 |
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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