How far is Greeley, CO from Basalt, CO?
The driving distance from Greeley, CO to Basalt, CO is about 239.7 miles (385.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 143.1 miles (230.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 49m.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Colorado, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Greeley and Basalt.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greeley and Basalt.
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Start on 19th Avenue
80 m · 19 sec · 19th Avenue
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Turn left onto 9th Street
602 ft · 17 sec · 9th Street
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Turn left onto 21st Avenue
151 m · 29 sec · 21st Avenue
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Turn left onto 10th Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · 10th Street
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Turn right onto 8th Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · 8th Avenue
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Turn left onto 18th Street
2.7 mi · 4 min · 18th Street
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Keep slight left to continue on East 18th Street
825 ft · 13 sec · East 18th Street
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Continue on East 18th Street
1.4 km · 1 min · East 18th Street
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Turn right onto County Road 49
21.9 mi · 26 min · County Road 49
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Take the ramp right toward I 76 West
901 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
34.4 mi · 37 min
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Merge slight left
153.2 mi · 2 hr 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CO 82 East: Glenwood Springs, Aspen
747 ft · 21 sec
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Continue on Laurel Street
119 m · 15 sec · Laurel Street
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Continue on Grand Avenue
1204 ft · 45 sec · Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto 8th Street
2084 ft · 49 sec · 8th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Midland Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Midland Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 27th Street
54 m · 3 sec · 27th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto 27th Street
636 ft · 13 sec · 27th Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 27th Street
26 m · 2 sec · 27th Street
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Exit the roundabout onto 27th Street
692 ft · 19 sec · 27th Street
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Turn right onto Glen Avenue
19.1 mi · 31 min · Glen Avenue
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Turn left onto Two Rivers Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · Two Rivers Road
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Turn left onto Midland Avenue
786 ft · 23 sec · Midland Avenue
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Turn right
20 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Greeley and Basalt.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 76 West
Merge slight left
153 mi · 02h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Greeley and Sunny near Basalt.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Greeley to Basalt?
The road trip is about 239.7 miles (385.7 km) and usually takes 04h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Dillon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 119.7 miles from Greeley and 119.9 miles from Basalt.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 143.1 miles (230.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 96.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.29 one way or $62.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 75.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Greeley and Sunny near Basalt.
Stop Ideas Near Dillon
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 Greeley and Basalt. Straight-line distance: 143.1 mi (230.3 km).
#1 Greeley
The third most populous city in Weld County, Colorado.
| Population | 108,958 |
| Coordinates | 40.4233100, -104.7091300 |
| Altitude | 1425 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Basalt
Town of the United States
| Population | 4,183 |
| Coordinates | 39.3688700, -107.0328200 |
| Altitude | 2015 |
| Country | United States |
End: Basalt (-107.03282, 39.36887)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 386 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 59m |
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 | $31.29 | $62.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $34.55 | $69.10 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $37.15 | $74.30 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $40.08 | $80.15 |
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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