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

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Idaho Springs and Thornton is 30.03 miles (48.33 km).

Flight distance from Idaho Springs, CO to Thornton, CO is 30.03 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Idaho Springs, Colorado to Thornton, Colorado is: 39.3 miles (63.24 km) by car.

Driving from Idaho Springs to Thornton will take approximately 00 hours 43 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 Thornton

The seventh most populous city in Colorado. It is located in the northeastern part of the state. Thornton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Thornton Historical Society and the Thornton Town Center.

Population 148113
GPS Coordinates 39°52'5"N 104°58'19"W
Latitude 39.8680400
Longitude -104.9719200
Altitude 1631
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Idaho Springs and Thornton

The distance between Idaho Springs and Thornton is 63 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 42 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 Thornton. The current time is 09:31:53.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 18 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 58 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 47 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 39 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 33 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 31 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 29 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.25 liters (1.39 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Idaho Springs and Thornton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Idaho Springs to Thornton is $5.05 (diesel $6.57).

Colorado gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.64 $4.03 $4.33 $4.74
Total $5.05 $5.59 $6 $6.57

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 Thornton (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 Pueblo, CO to Idaho Springs 142.57 miles (229 km)

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