How far is Eaton, CO from Greeley, CO?
The driving distance from Eaton, CO to Greeley, CO is about 8.7 miles (14 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.4 miles (11.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 26m 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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Halfway Point
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Statutory Town located in Weld County, Colorado, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eaton and Greeley.
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Start on Oak Avenue
151 m · 15 sec · Oak Avenue
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Continue on Oak Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Oak Avenue
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Continue on Highway 85
3.8 mi · 6 min · Highway 85
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Turn right onto North 11th Avenue
2.7 mi · 5 min · North 11th Avenue
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Turn right onto 9th Street
1.1 km · 1 min · 9th Street
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Turn left onto 19th Avenue
80 m · 12 sec · 19th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 19th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eaton and Greeley.
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.
Highway 85
Continue on Highway 85
3.83 mi · 00h 06m
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 Eaton and Sunny near Greeley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eaton to Greeley?
The road trip is about 8.7 miles (14 km) and usually takes 00h 13m 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?
Garden City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.2 miles from Eaton and 4.5 miles from Greeley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.4 miles (11.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 8:04 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.15 one way or $2.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Eaton and Sunny near Greeley.
Stop Ideas Near Garden City
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 Eaton and Greeley. Straight-line distance: 7.39 mi (11.89 km).
#1 Eaton
Human settlement in Weld County, Colorado, United States of America
| Population | 6,000 |
| Coordinates | 40.5302600, -104.7113500 |
| Altitude | 1475 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Greeley
The third most populous city in Weld County, Colorado.
| Population | 108,958 |
| Coordinates | 40.4233100, -104.7091300 |
| Altitude | 1425 |
| Country | United States |
End: 19th Avenue (-104.709131, 40.42331)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 14 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.70 | $1.15 | $2.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $1.27 | $2.53 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $1.36 | $2.72 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $1.47 | $2.94 |
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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