How far is Colorado Springs, CO from Penrose, CO?
The driving distance from Colorado Springs, CO to Penrose, CO is about 33.7 miles (54.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.3 miles (48.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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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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.
United States Army installation
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colorado Springs and Penrose.
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Start on East Pikes Peak Avenue
20 m · 4 sec · East Pikes Peak Avenue
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Turn left onto South Nevada Avenue
9.2 mi · 15 min · South Nevada Avenue
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Continue straight
24.1 mi · 31 min
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Turn left onto 4th Avenue
822 ft · 38 sec · 4th Avenue
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Turn right onto Grant Street
927 ft · 41 sec · Grant Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Grant Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Colorado Springs and Penrose.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Nevada Avenue
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24.1 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Colorado Springs and Mostly Clear near Penrose.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Colorado Springs to Penrose?
The road trip is about 33.7 miles (54.2 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Fort Carson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.8 miles from Colorado Springs and 16.8 miles from Penrose.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.3 miles (48.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 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 MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:54 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.40 one way or $8.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Colorado Springs and Mostly Clear near Penrose.
Stop Ideas Near Fort Carson
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 Colorado Springs and Penrose. Straight-line distance: 30.27 mi (48.72 km).
#1 Colorado Springs
The second most populous city in Colorado and the center of the Colorado Springs metropolitan area.
| Population | 482,131 |
| Coordinates | 38.8338800, -104.8213600 |
| Altitude | 1832 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Penrose
Place in Colorado, USA
| Population | 3,582 |
| Coordinates | 38.4250000, -105.0227600 |
| Altitude | 1626 |
| Country | United States |
End: Penrose (-105.02276, 38.425)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.70 | $4.40 | $8.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $4.86 | $9.72 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.23 | $10.45 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $5.64 | $11.27 |
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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