How far is Denver, CO from Battlement Mesa, CO?
The driving distance from Denver, CO to Battlement Mesa, CO is about 201.6 miles (324.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 163.2 miles (262.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 52m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Denver and Battlement Mesa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denver and Battlement Mesa.
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Start on the route
115 m · 29 sec
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Turn right
19 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto East Colfax Avenue
109 m · 14 sec · East Colfax Avenue
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Turn right onto Grant Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Grant Street
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Turn right onto East 8th Avenue
1.4 km · 3 min · East 8th Avenue
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Continue on North Kalamath Street
733 ft · 23 sec · North Kalamath Street
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Continue on West 6th Avenue Freeway
9.5 mi · 12 min · West 6th Avenue Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70 West: Grand Junction
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
186.6 mi · 3 hr 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Parachute, Battlement Mesa
1170 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto North Battlement Parkway
1.4 km · 2 min · North Battlement Parkway
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Continue on West Battlement Parkway
1.8 mi · 3 min · West Battlement Parkway
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Continue on South Battlement Parkway
62 m · 11 sec · South Battlement Parkway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Battlement Parkway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Denver and Battlement Mesa.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 70 West
Merge slight left
187 mi · 03h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain And Snow Showers leaving Denver and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Battlement Mesa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Denver to Battlement Mesa?
The road trip is about 201.6 miles (324.5 km) and usually takes 03h 52m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Minturn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 100.7 miles from Denver and 101 miles from Battlement Mesa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 163.2 miles (262.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:16 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.33 one way or $52.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers around Denver and Rain And Snow Showers Likely near Battlement Mesa.
Stop Ideas Near Minturn
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 Minturn.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Denver and Battlement Mesa. Straight-line distance: 163.18 mi (262.61 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Battlement Mesa
Census-designated place in Garfield County, Colorado
| Population | 4,471 |
| Coordinates | 39.4413700, -108.0250700 |
| Altitude | 1673 |
| Country | United States |
End: Battlement Mesa (-108.02507, 39.44137)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 325 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 30m |
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 | $26.33 | $52.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $29.08 | $58.16 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $31.26 | $62.53 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $33.73 | $67.45 |
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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