How far is Lakewood, CO from Crested Butte, CO?
The driving distance from Lakewood, CO to Crested Butte, CO is about 218.8 miles (352.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 117.1 miles (188.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakewood and Crested Butte.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood and Crested Butte.
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Start on South Wadsworth Boulevard
870 ft · 24 sec · South Wadsworth Boulevard
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Continue on South Wadsworth Boulevard
2.2 mi · 4 min · South Wadsworth Boulevard
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Continue on South Wadsworth Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Wadsworth Boulevard
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Take the ramp right toward US 285 South
1414 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto West Hampden Avenue Freeway
106.4 mi · 2 hr 19 min · West Hampden Avenue Freeway
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At the end of the road, turn left
11.1 mi · 18 min
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Continue straight
9.9 mi · 16 min
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Turn sharp right
59.5 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2.7 mi · 5 min · North Main Street
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Continue straight
24.6 mi · 41 min
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Turn left onto Elk Avenue
1890 ft · 2 min · Elk Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Elk Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakewood and Crested Butte.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Hampden Avenue Freeway
Merge slight left onto West Hampden Avenue Freeway
106 mi · 02h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Snow Showers leaving Lakewood and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny near Crested Butte.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakewood to Crested Butte?
The road trip is about 218.8 miles (352.1 km) and usually takes 05h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Buena Vista is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.4 miles from Lakewood and 109.4 miles from Crested Butte.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 117.1 miles (188.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 101.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:24 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.55 one way or $57.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers around Lakewood and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny near Crested Butte.
Stop Ideas Near Buena Vista
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 Buena Vista.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakewood and Crested Butte. Straight-line distance: 117.14 mi (188.52 km).
#1 Lakewood
The fifth most populous city in Colorado.
| Population | 157,429 |
| Coordinates | 39.7047100, -105.0813700 |
| Altitude | 1682 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Crested Butte
Home Rule Municipality in Gunnison County, Colorado, United States
| Population | 1,682 |
| Coordinates | 38.8697100, -106.9878200 |
| Altitude | 2720 |
| Country | United States |
End: Crested Butte (-106.98782, 38.86971)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 352 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 43m |
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 | $28.55 | $57.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $31.53 | $63.06 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $33.90 | $67.80 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $36.57 | $73.14 |
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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