How far is Lone Tree, CO from Fort Collins, CO?
The driving distance from Lone Tree, CO to Fort Collins, CO is about 81.2 miles (130.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.2 miles (116.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 24m.
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 Weld County, Colorado, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lone Tree and Fort Collins.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lone Tree and Fort Collins.
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Start on the route
139 m · 22 sec
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Turn left onto South Yosemite Street
1.4 km · 2 min · South Yosemite Street
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Turn right onto Chester Street
1016 ft · 32 sec · Chester Street
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Turn right onto East County Line Road
2278 ft · 47 sec · East County Line Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 25 North
3070 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto South Valley Highway
22.7 mi · 29 min · South Valley Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on North Valley Highway
4.3 mi · 6 min · North Valley Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on North Valley Highway
5.3 mi · 6 min · North Valley Highway
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Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
41.7 mi · 42 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward CO 14 West: Fort Collins
976 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto East Mulberry Street
4 mi · 7 min · East Mulberry Street
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Continue on West Mulberry Street
1543 ft · 45 sec · West Mulberry Street
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Turn right onto South Meldrum Street
152 m · 29 sec · South Meldrum Street
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Turn left onto West Magnolia Street
145 m · 18 sec · West Magnolia Street
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Continue on South Sherwood Street
841 ft · 39 sec · South Sherwood Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Sherwood Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lone Tree and Fort Collins.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
41.7 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Lone Tree and Mostly Clear near Fort Collins.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lone Tree to Fort Collins?
The road trip is about 81.2 miles (130.7 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?
Dacono is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.5 miles from Lone Tree and 40.8 miles from Fort Collins.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.2 miles (116.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:42 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.04 one way or $24.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Lone Tree and Mostly Clear near Fort Collins.
Stop Ideas Near Dacono
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Historic Brighton City Hall
Broomfield City Council
Lafayette City Hall
Old Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Dacono.
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Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lone Tree and Fort Collins. Straight-line distance: 72.18 mi (116.16 km).
#1 Lone Tree
City in Douglas County, Colorado, United States of America
| Population | 13,614 |
| Coordinates | 39.5517100, -104.8863000 |
| Altitude | 1813 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Collins
The fifth most populous city in Colorado.
| Population | 168,234 |
| Coordinates | 40.5852600, -105.0844200 |
| Altitude | 1525 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Sherwood Street (-105.08428, 40.58526)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $4.20 | $12.04 | $24.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.58 | $13.14 | $26.28 |
| Premium | $4.91 | $14.08 | $28.16 |
| Diesel | $6.38 | $18.32 | $36.63 |
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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