How far is Longmont, CO from Wheat Ridge, CO?
The driving distance from Longmont, CO to Wheat Ridge, CO is about 28.8 miles (46.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.8 miles (44.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Colorado
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Longmont and Wheat Ridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Longmont and Wheat Ridge.
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Start on the route
19 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue
53 m · 10 sec · 5th Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
17.3 mi · 25 min · Main Street
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Continue straight
1.1 km · 2 min
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Continue on Wadsworth Parkway
4 mi · 7 min · Wadsworth Parkway
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Continue on Wadsworth Boulevard
3.1 mi · 5 min · Wadsworth Boulevard
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Continue on Wadsworth Bypass
1.7 mi · 3 min · Wadsworth Bypass
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Continue on North Wadsworth Boulevard
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Wadsworth Boulevard
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Turn slight left
753 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto West 38th Avenue
1117 ft · 31 sec · West 38th Avenue
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Turn right onto Teller Street
1205 ft · 35 sec · Teller Street
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Turn right
7 m · 2 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Longmont and Wheat Ridge.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
17.3 mi · 00h 25m
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 Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Longmont and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Wheat Ridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Longmont to Wheat Ridge?
The road trip is about 28.8 miles (46.3 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Lafayette is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.4 miles from Longmont and 14.4 miles from Wheat Ridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.8 miles (44.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1 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 4:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.73 one way or $7.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Longmont and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Wheat Ridge.
Stop Ideas Near Lafayette
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Municipal Court Park
Broomfield City Council
Lafayette City Hall
Historic Brighton City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lafayette.
Boulder, Colorado
Longmont, Colorado
Denver (Bus Station), Colorado
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Longmont and Wheat Ridge. Straight-line distance: 27.74 mi (44.65 km).
#1 Longmont
The most populous city in Boulder County, Colorado.
| Population | 98,445 |
| Coordinates | 40.1672100, -105.1019300 |
| Altitude | 1519 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wheat Ridge
City in Colorado, USA
| Population | 31,857 |
| Coordinates | 39.7661000, -105.0772100 |
| Altitude | 1664 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wheat Ridge (-105.07721, 39.7661)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $3.73 | $7.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $4.12 | $8.25 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $4.43 | $8.87 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $4.78 | $9.57 |
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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