How far is Grand Junction, CO from Fort Collins, CO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Grand Junction and Fort Collins is 211.83 miles (340.9 km).
Flight distance from Grand Junction, CO to Fort Collins, CO is 211.83 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 36 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 33 minutes to travel from Grand Junction to Fort Collins with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Grand Junction, Colorado to Fort Collins, Colorado is: 303.64 miles (488.66 km) by car.
Driving from Grand Junction to Fort Collins will take approximately 04 hours 46 minutes.
#1 Grand Junction
The most populous city in Mesa County, Colorado. It is located on the Colorado River in western Colorado. Grand Junction is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Museum of the West and the Colorado National Monument.
| Population | 63447 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°3'50"N 108°33'2"W |
| Latitude | 39.0638700 |
| Longitude | -108.5506500 |
| Altitude | 1400 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Fort Collins: South Sherwood Street (-105.08428,40.58526)
Estimated Travel Time Between Grand Junction and Fort Collins
The distance between Grand Junction and Fort Collins is 489 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 25 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 Grand Junction and Fort Collins. The current time is 05:08:48.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10 hours 07 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07 hours 35 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06 hours 04 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05 hours 03 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 20 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 04 hours 02 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 47 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 40.56 liters (10.71 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Grand Junction and Fort Collins.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Grand Junction to Fort Collins is $39 (diesel $50.75).
Colorado gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.64 | $4.03 | $4.33 | $4.74 |
| Total | $39 | $43.19 | $46.35 | $50.75 |
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 Grand Junction and Fort Collins (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Broomfield, CO to Grand Junction 251.03 miles (404 km)
Driving distance from Colorado Springs, CO to Grand Junction 309.9 miles (499 km)
