How far is Hotchkiss, CO from Cedaredge, CO?
The driving distance from Hotchkiss, CO to Cedaredge, CO is about 27.7 miles (44.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.2 miles (21.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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City in Delta County, Colorado, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hotchkiss and Cedaredge.
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Start on 2nd Street
86 m · 14 sec · 2nd Street
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Turn right onto East Bridge Street
16.5 mi · 22 min · East Bridge Street
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Continue straight
1016 ft · 17 sec
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Turn right
10.8 mi · 17 min
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Turn left onto West Main Street
714 ft · 33 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Northwest 3rd Street
107 m · 15 sec · Northwest 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northwest 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hotchkiss and Cedaredge.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Bridge Street
Turn right onto East Bridge Street
16.5 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Hotchkiss and Sunny near Cedaredge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hotchkiss to Cedaredge?
The road trip is about 27.7 miles (44.6 km) and usually takes 00h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Orchard City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.9 miles from Hotchkiss and 13.9 miles from Cedaredge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.2 miles (21.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:08 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.62 one way or $7.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hotchkiss and Sunny near Cedaredge.
Stop Ideas Near Orchard City
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hotchkiss and Cedaredge. Straight-line distance: 13.18 mi (21.21 km).
#1 Hotchkiss
Statutory town in Colorado
| Population | 928 |
| Coordinates | 38.7997100, -107.7195000 |
| Altitude | 1625 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cedaredge
City in Delta County, Colorado, United States of America
| Population | 2,313 |
| Coordinates | 38.9016500, -107.9264500 |
| Altitude | 1899 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cedaredge (-107.92645, 38.90165)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 45 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.62 | $7.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $4.00 | $8.00 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.30 | $8.61 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $4.64 | $9.28 |
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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