How far is Fort Collins, CO from Colorado Springs, CO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Fort Collins and Colorado Springs is 121.81 miles (196.04 km).
Flight distance from Fort Collins, CO to Colorado Springs, CO is 121.81 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 17 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 15 minutes to travel from Fort Collins to Colorado Springs with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Fort Collins, Colorado to Colorado Springs, Colorado is: 146.28 miles (235.41 km) by car.
Driving from Fort Collins to Colorado Springs will take approximately 02 hours 13 minutes.
#1 Fort Collins
The fifth most populous city in Colorado. It is located in the northeastern part of the state. Fort Collins is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Colorado State University and the Fort Collins Museum of Art.
| Population | 168234 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°35'7"N 105°5'4"W |
| Latitude | 40.5852600 |
| Longitude | -105.0844200 |
| Altitude | 1525 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Colorado Springs
The second most populous city in Colorado and the center of the Colorado Springs metropolitan area. It is located at the foot of Pikes Peak in central Colorado. Colorado Springs is known for its military bases, its hot springs, and its many attractions, such as the Garden of the Gods and the United States Air Force Academy.
| Population | 482131 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°50'2"N 104°49'17"W |
| Latitude | 38.8338800 |
| Longitude | -104.8213600 |
| Altitude | 1832 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Colorado Springs: East Pikes Peak Avenue (-104.821358,38.833914)
Estimated Travel Time Between Fort Collins and Colorado Springs
The distance between Fort Collins and Colorado Springs is 235 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 36 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Fort Collins and Colorado Springs. The current time is 10:55:27.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 52 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 39 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 55 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 26 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 05 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 57 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 49 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 19.54 liters (5.16 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Fort Collins and Colorado Springs.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Fort Collins to Colorado Springs is $18.79 (diesel $24.45).
Colorado gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.64 | $4.03 | $4.33 | $4.74 |
| Total | $18.79 | $20.81 | $22.33 | $24.45 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Colorado ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.640 (Diesel $4.737) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Fort Collins and Colorado Springs (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
