How far is Idaho Springs, CO from Colorado Springs, CO?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Idaho Springs and Colorado Springs is 72.88 miles (117.29 km).

Flight distance from Idaho Springs, CO to Colorado Springs, CO is 72.88 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Idaho Springs to Colorado Springs with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Idaho Springs, Colorado to Colorado Springs, Colorado is: 99.03 miles (159.38 km) by car.

Driving from Idaho Springs to Colorado Springs will take approximately 01 hours 38 minutes.

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#1 Idaho Springs

City in Clear Creek County, Colorado, United States

Population 1857
GPS Coordinates 39°44'33"N 105°30'49"W
Latitude 39.7424900
Longitude -105.5136100
Altitude 2294
Country United States
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#2 Colorado Springs

The second most populous city in Colorado and the center of the Colorado Springs metropolitan area. It is located at the foot of Pikes Peak in central Colorado. Colorado Springs is known for its military bases, its hot springs, and its many attractions, such as the Garden of the Gods and the United States Air Force Academy.

Population 482131
GPS Coordinates 38°50'2"N 104°49'17"W
Latitude 38.8338800
Longitude -104.8213600
Altitude 1832
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Idaho Springs and Colorado Springs

The distance between Idaho Springs and Colorado Springs is 159 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 46 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 Idaho Springs and Colorado Springs. The current time is 01:39:52.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 03 hours 17 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 02 hours 28 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 01 hours 58 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 01 hours 39 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 01 hours 24 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 01 hours 19 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 01 hours 14 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.23 liters (3.49 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Idaho Springs and Colorado Springs.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Idaho Springs to Colorado Springs is $12.72 (diesel $16.55).

Colorado gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.64 $4.03 $4.33 $4.74
Total $12.72 $14.09 $15.12 $16.55

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 March 29, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Idaho Springs and Colorado Springs (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

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Driving distance from Arvada, CO to Idaho Springs 29.89 miles (48 km)

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Driving distance from Aurora, CO to Idaho Springs 46.23 miles (74 km)

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Driving distance from Centennial, CO to Idaho Springs 48.19 miles (78 km)

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Driving distance from Denver, CO to Idaho Springs 32.33 miles (52 km)

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Driving distance from Lakewood, CO to Idaho Springs 27.76 miles (45 km)

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Driving distance from Pueblo, CO to Idaho Springs 142.57 miles (229 km)

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Driving distance from Thornton, CO to Idaho Springs 39.3 miles (63 km)

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