How far is Cheraw, CO from Ormega, CO?
The driving distance from Cheraw, CO to Ormega, CO is about 13.1 miles (21.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.9 miles (17.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 39m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cheraw and Ormega.
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Start on South Main Street
35 m · 10 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Grand Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · West Grand Avenue
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Turn straight
104 m · 5 sec
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Continue straight
8.5 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto East 5th Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · East 5th Street
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Continue on Potter Drive
611 ft · 10 sec · Potter Drive
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Continue on US Highway 350
2 mi · 3 min · US Highway 350
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · US Highway 350
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cheraw and Ormega.
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.
West Grand Avenue
Continue straight
8.52 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Sunny leaving Cheraw and Sunny near Ormega.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cheraw to Ormega?
The road trip is about 13.1 miles (21.1 km) and usually takes 00h 19m 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?
La Junta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.6 miles from Cheraw and 6.6 miles from Ormega.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.9 miles (17.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.2 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 7:50 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.70 one way or $3.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Cheraw and Sunny near Ormega.
Stop Ideas Near La Junta
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 La Junta.
La Junta
Lamar station
Pueblo, Colorado
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cheraw and Ormega. Straight-line distance: 10.91 mi (17.56 km).
#1 Cheraw
Human settlement in Otero County, Colorado, United States of America
| Population | 245 |
| Coordinates | 38.1069500, -103.5102200 |
| Altitude | 1259 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ormega
Ormega is a place in Colorado, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9608400, -103.5863300 |
| Altitude | 1285 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ormega (-103.58633, 37.96084)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.70 | $1.70 | $3.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $1.88 | $3.76 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.02 | $4.04 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $2.18 | $4.36 |
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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