How far is Longmont, CO from Thornton, CO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Longmont and Thornton is 21.79 miles (35.06 km).
Flight distance from Longmont, CO to Thornton, CO is 21.79 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Longmont, Colorado to Thornton, Colorado is: 28.41 miles (45.73 km) by car.
Driving from Longmont to Thornton will take approximately 00 hours 33 minutes.
#1 Longmont
The most populous city in Boulder County, Colorado. It is located in the northern part of the county. Longmont is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Longmont Museum and the Longmont Civic Center.
| Population | 98445 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°10'2"N 105°6'7"W |
| Latitude | 40.1672100 |
| Longitude | -105.1019300 |
| Altitude | 1519 |
| 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 Longmont and Thornton
The distance between Longmont and Thornton is 46 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 30 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 Longmont and Thornton. The current time is 23:38:39.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.8 liters (1 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Longmont and Thornton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Longmont to Thornton is $3.65 (diesel $4.75).
Colorado gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.64 | $4.03 | $4.33 | $4.74 |
| Total | $3.65 | $4.04 | $4.34 | $4.75 |
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 Longmont and Thornton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
