How far is Lafayette, CO from Thornton, CO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lafayette and Thornton is 10.69 miles (17.2 km).
Flight distance from Lafayette, CO to Thornton, CO is 10.69 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lafayette, Colorado to Thornton, Colorado is: 17.7 miles (28.48 km) by car.
Driving from Lafayette to Thornton will take approximately 00 hours 23 minutes.
#1 Lafayette
City in Colorado
| Population | 28579 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°59'37"N 105°5'23"W |
| Latitude | 39.9936000 |
| Longitude | -105.0897100 |
| Altitude | 1588 |
| Country | United States |
#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 |
Ending point in Thornton: (-104.971859,39.868064)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lafayette and Thornton
The distance between Lafayette and Thornton is 28 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 18 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 Lafayette and Thornton. The current time is 13:14:34.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.36 liters (0.62 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lafayette and Thornton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lafayette to Thornton is $2.27 (diesel $2.96).
Colorado gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.64 | $4.03 | $4.33 | $4.74 |
| Total | $2.27 | $2.52 | $2.7 | $2.96 |
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 April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lafayette and Thornton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
