How far is Julesburg, CO from Westminster, CO?
The driving distance from Julesburg, CO to Westminster, CO is about 180.9 miles (291.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 166.2 miles (267.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 17m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 38m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Morgan County, Colorado, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Julesburg and Westminster.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Julesburg and Westminster.
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Start on Cedar Street
863 ft · 31 sec · Cedar Street
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Turn left onto East 1st Street
1882 ft · 35 sec · East 1st Street
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Turn straight
1355 ft · 53 sec
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Turn right onto US Highway 385
1.8 mi · 3 min · US Highway 385
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Take the ramp right toward I 76 West: Sterling
1521 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
173 mi · 2 hr 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270: Limon, Boulder
584 ft · 11 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 270 West: Fort Collins, Boulder
2183 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
2721 ft · 42 sec · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike
2.1 mi · 3 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 287: Federal Boulevard
1157 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 287 North: Federal Boulevard
1577 ft · 34 sec
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Turn straight onto Federal Boulevard
1417 ft · 40 sec · Federal Boulevard
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Turn left onto West 80th Avenue
2676 ft · 1 min · West 80th Avenue
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Turn left onto Lowell Boulevard
1996 ft · 44 sec · Lowell Boulevard
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Turn right onto West 77th Avenue
873 ft · 42 sec · West 77th Avenue
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Turn right onto Newton Street
35 m · 5 sec · Newton Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Newton Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Julesburg and Westminster.
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
173 mi · 02h 54m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Julesburg and Mostly Sunny near Westminster.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Julesburg to Westminster?
The road trip is about 180.9 miles (291.1 km) and usually takes 02h 38m 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?
Brush is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.3 miles from Julesburg and 90.5 miles from Westminster.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 166.2 miles (267.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.7 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 1:12 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.59 one way or $47.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Julesburg and Mostly Sunny near Westminster.
Stop Ideas Near Brush
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Brush.
Fort Morgan
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Julesburg and Westminster. Straight-line distance: 166.15 mi (267.4 km).
#1 Julesburg
City in Sedgwick County, Colorado, United States of America
| Population | 1,161 |
| Coordinates | 40.9883300, -102.2643500 |
| Altitude | 1060 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Westminster
The most populous city in Adams County, Colorado.
| Population | 115,046 |
| Coordinates | 39.8366500, -105.0372000 |
| Altitude | 1641 |
| Country | United States |
End: Newton Street (-105.037386, 39.836648)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 291 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 15m |
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 | $23.59 | $47.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $26.06 | $52.11 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $28.01 | $56.03 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $30.22 | $60.44 |
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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