How far is Granby, CO from Fort Collins, CO?
The driving distance from Granby, CO to Fort Collins, CO is about 146.5 miles (235.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.7 miles (91.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 32m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 46m.
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 Larimer County, Colorado, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Granby and Fort Collins.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Granby and Fort Collins.
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Start on the route
43 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto North 2nd Street
57 m · 10 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn right onto East Agate Avenue
144 m · 12 sec · East Agate Avenue
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Turn right onto 1st Street
1361 ft · 39 sec · 1st Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Diamond Avenue
101 m · 15 sec · East Diamond Avenue
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Turn left onto North 2nd Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · North 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Colorado River Headwaters Scenic Byway
12.9 mi · 19 min · Colorado River Headwaters Scenic Byway
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Continue on Trail Ridge Road
39 mi · 1 hr 19 min · Trail Ridge Road
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Turn left onto Trail Ridge Road
4.1 mi · 6 min · Trail Ridge Road
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Continue on Fall River Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · Fall River Road
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Continue on West Wonderview Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Wonderview Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Wonderview Avenue
31 m · 6 sec · East Wonderview Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto East Wonderview Avenue
2233 ft · 44 sec · East Wonderview Avenue
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Turn left onto Big Thompson Road
1795 ft · 40 sec · Big Thompson Road
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Continue on Big Thompson Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Big Thompson Avenue
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Continue on Big Thompson Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Big Thompson Road
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Continue on West Highway 34
22.8 mi · 40 min · West Highway 34
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Continue on West Eisenhower Boulevard
2.2 mi · 4 min · West Eisenhower Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Wilson Avenue
4.1 mi · 7 min · North Wilson Avenue
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Continue on South Taft Hill Road
8 mi · 14 min · South Taft Hill Road
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Turn right onto West Mulberry Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Mulberry Street
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Turn left onto Canyon Avenue
743 ft · 38 sec · Canyon Avenue
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Turn left onto South Sherwood Street
841 ft · 39 sec · South Sherwood Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Sherwood Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Granby and Fort Collins.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Trail Ridge Road
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39 mi · 01h 19m
Route Summary
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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.
Sunny leaving Granby and Sunny near Fort Collins.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Granby to Fort Collins?
The road trip is about 146.5 miles (235.8 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?
Estes Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.8 miles from Granby and 94.8 miles from Fort Collins.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.7 miles (91.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 89.8 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 12:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.12 one way or $38.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Granby and Sunny near Fort Collins.
Stop Ideas Near Estes Park
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Granby and Fort Collins. Straight-line distance: 56.72 mi (91.28 km).
#1 Granby
Statutory town in Grand County, Colorado, United States
| Population | 2,174 |
| Coordinates | 40.0861000, -105.9394600 |
| Altitude | 2428 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Collins
The fifth most populous city in Colorado.
| Population | 168,234 |
| Coordinates | 40.5852600, -105.0844200 |
| Altitude | 1525 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Sherwood Street (-105.08428, 40.58526)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 236 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $19.12 | $38.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $21.11 | $42.23 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $22.70 | $45.40 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $24.49 | $48.98 |
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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