How far is Denver, CO from Edwards, CO?
The driving distance from Denver, CO to Edwards, CO is about 110.7 miles (178.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 85.8 miles (138.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 26m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 13m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Colorado, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Chance Snow Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Denver and Edwards.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denver and Edwards.
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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
97.7 mi · 1 hr 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Edwards
1028 ft · 25 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Edwards Access Road
76 m · 5 sec · Edwards Access Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Edwards Access Road
96 m · 6 sec · Edwards Access Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Edwards Access Road
32 m · 2 sec · Edwards Access Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Edwards Access Road
92 m · 6 sec · Edwards Access Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Edwards Access Road
23 m · 2 sec · Edwards Access Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Edwards Access Road
1949 ft · 41 sec · Edwards Access Road
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Turn right
64 m · 16 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 Denver and Edwards.
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
97.7 mi · 01h 54m
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 then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Denver and Chance Snow Showers near Edwards.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Denver to Edwards?
The road trip is about 110.7 miles (178.1 km) and usually takes 02h 13m 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 55.2 miles from Denver and 55.4 miles from Edwards.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 85.8 miles (138.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.9 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 2:04 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.42 one way or $28.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Denver and Chance Snow Showers near Edwards.
Stop Ideas Near Montezuma
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 Denver and Edwards. Straight-line distance: 85.82 mi (138.11 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 Edwards
Location in Colorado, USA
| Population | 10,266 |
| Coordinates | 39.6449900, -106.5942000 |
| Altitude | 2201 |
| Country | United States |
End: Edwards (-106.5942, 39.64499)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 178 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $14.42 | $28.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $15.93 | $31.86 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $17.12 | $34.25 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $18.47 | $36.95 |
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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