How far is Highland Park, CO from Fairplay, CO?
The driving distance from Highland Park, CO to Fairplay, CO is about 49.1 miles (79 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 58m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Town in Colorado, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland Park and Fairplay.
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Start on P72
957 ft · 44 sec · P72
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Turn left onto Deer Creek Road
6.3 mi · 15 min · Deer Creek Road
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Turn slight left
2041 ft · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
41.9 mi · 55 min
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Turn right onto Main Street
2866 ft · 2 min · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Highland Park and Fairplay.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
41.9 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Sunny leaving Highland Park and Sunny near Fairplay.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Highland Park to Fairplay?
The road trip is about 49.1 miles (79 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Montezuma is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.6 miles from Highland Park and 24.5 miles from Fairplay.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.5 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 4:32 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.57 one way or $15.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Highland Park and Sunny near Fairplay.
Stop Ideas Near Montezuma
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 Highland Park and Fairplay. Straight-line distance: 31.57 mi (50.81 km).
#1 Highland Park
Located at an altitude of 8,957 feet in central Colorado, this rural area is situated within the mountainous terrain of Park County.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.4988800, -105.5291700 |
| Altitude | 2730 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fairplay
Town of the United States
| Population | 803 |
| Coordinates | 39.2247100, -106.0019600 |
| Altitude | 3034 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-106.001985, 39.224684)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $4.37 | $7.57 | $15.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.77 | $8.25 | $16.49 |
| Premium | $5.11 | $8.84 | $17.67 |
| Diesel | $6.60 | $11.42 | $22.83 |
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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