How far is Estes Park, CO from Colorado Springs, CO?
Fastest route
The route from Estes Park, Colorado 80517, USA to Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA is approximately 133 miles and takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes via US-36 E and I-25 S.
Directions
To get from Estes Park to Colorado Springs, follow these directions:
- 🚗 Head south on Park Ln toward Virginia Dr.
- 🔄 Turn left onto E Elkhorn Ave.
- ↗️ Slight right onto US-36 E/N St Vrain Ave.
- ⬅️ Turn left onto US-36 E/Broadway (signs for Boulder/Longmont).
- 🛣️ Continue on US-36 E, and follow it until you reach I-25 S.
- 🚙 Take the right 2 lanes to take exit 142 for Bijou Street toward Downtown.
- 🧭 Use the right 2 lanes to turn left onto W Bijou St, which will lead you to your destination.
Tips & Suggestions
- ⛽ Make sure to check your vehicle's fuel level and fill up if needed before starting the journey.
- 📱 Use a GPS or navigation app to get real-time updates on traffic conditions.
- 🚧 Stay alert for road signs and follow the designated routes.
- 🍽️ Consider stopping for meals or snacks along the way to keep yourself energized during the trip.
- 🚗 Observe speed limits and drive safely, keeping a safe distance from other vehicles.
- 📸 Enjoy the scenic views during your drive, as Colorado offers beautiful landscapes.
- 📝 Double-check your accommodations and parking arrangements in Colorado Springs, if applicable.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving 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 30m.
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.
The twentieth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Denver metropolitan area.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Estes Park and Colorado Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Estes Park and Colorado Springs.
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Start on Park Lane
96 m · 11 sec · Park Lane
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Continue on Macgregor Avenue
973 ft · 33 sec · Macgregor Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Wonderview Avenue
3 m · 1 sec · East Wonderview Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto East Wonderview Avenue
2233 ft · 40 sec · East Wonderview Avenue
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Continue on North Saint Vrain Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · North Saint Vrain Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Saint Vrain Avenue
43 m · 2 sec · North Saint Vrain Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto North Saint Vrain Avenue
2737 ft · 47 sec · North Saint Vrain Avenue
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Continue on East Highway 36
12 mi · 19 min · East Highway 36
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Continue on North Saint Vrain Avenue
6.1 mi · 10 min · North Saint Vrain Avenue
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Continue on West Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Broadway
1418 ft · 51 sec · Broadway
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Merge slight left onto Main Street
1090 ft · 34 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Ute Highway
1 mi · 2 min · Ute Highway
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Take the exit slight right
61 m · 5 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Foothills Highway
12.2 mi · 16 min · North Foothills Highway
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Turn sharp right onto Jay Road
26 m · 12 sec · Jay Road
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Take the ramp sharp left
39 m · 4 sec
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Merge slight left onto 28th Street
3.3 mi · 7 min · 28th Street
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Turn straight onto Denver–Boulder Turnpike
3.4 mi · 4 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike
1.7 mi · 2 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike
2.6 mi · 3 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike
2.4 mi · 3 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike
2.2 mi · 3 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike
1.9 mi · 2 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike
2.5 mi · 3 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike
2 mi · 2 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike
1.1 mi · 1 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 25 south: Denver
2497 ft · 47 sec
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Continue on I 25 south: Denver
2037 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Valley Highway
68.1 mi · 1 hr 15 min · North Valley Highway
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Continue on Monument Valley Freeway
5.9 mi · 7 min · Monument Valley Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Bijou Street
1250 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 25: Downtown
151 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto West Bijou Street
846 ft · 27 sec · West Bijou Street
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Continue on West Kiowa Street
972 ft · 35 sec · West Kiowa Street
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Continue on East Kiowa Street
1600 ft · 1 min · East Kiowa Street
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Turn right onto North Weber Street
150 m · 18 sec · North Weber Street
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Turn right onto East Pikes Peak Avenue
129 m · 14 sec · East Pikes Peak Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Pikes Peak Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Estes Park and Colorado Springs.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
North Valley Highway
Merge slight left onto North Valley Highway
68.1 mi · 01h 15m
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 Cloudy leaving Estes Park and Sunny near Colorado Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Estes Park to Colorado Springs?
The road trip is about 134.6 miles (216.6 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Denver is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.9 miles from Estes Park and 67.7 miles from Colorado Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 113 miles (181.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.6 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 1:30 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.57 one way or $35.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Estes Park and Sunny near Colorado Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Denver
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Fairplay Park
Denver City Council
Town Hall Arts Center
Municipal Court Park
Transit and Meeting Points
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Denver (Bus Station), Colorado
Union Station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Estes Park and Colorado Springs. Straight-line distance: 112.96 mi (181.79 km).
#1 Estes Park
Town in Larimer County, Colorado, United States
| Population | 6,553 |
| Coordinates | 40.3772100, -105.5216700 |
| Altitude | 2300 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: East Pikes Peak Avenue (-104.821358, 38.833914)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 217 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $17.57 | $35.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $19.40 | $38.80 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $20.86 | $41.71 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $22.50 | $45.00 |
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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