How far is Loveland, CO from Longmont, CO?
The driving distance from Loveland, CO to Longmont, CO is about 17.5 miles (28.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16 miles (25.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Loveland and Longmont.
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Start on East 6th Street
40 m · 10 sec · East 6th Street
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Turn right onto North Cleveland Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · North Cleveland Avenue
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Continue on South Lincoln Avenue
2.6 mi · 4 min · South Lincoln Avenue
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Continue on South Highway 287
7.3 mi · 9 min · South Highway 287
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Continue on North 107th Street
3.8 mi · 4 min · North 107th Street
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Continue on Main Street
2.5 mi · 6 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Longs Peak Avenue
111 m · 12 sec · Longs Peak Avenue
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Turn right onto Kimbark Street
1370 ft · 1 min · Kimbark Street
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Turn right
57 m · 16 sec
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Turn right
33 m · 8 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 Loveland and Longmont.
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.
South Highway 287
Continue on South Highway 287
7.29 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Loveland and Sunny near Longmont.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Loveland to Longmont?
The road trip is about 17.5 miles (28.2 km) and usually takes 00h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Berthoud is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.7 miles from Loveland and 8.8 miles from Longmont.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16 miles (25.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.29 one way or $4.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Loveland and Sunny near Longmont.
Stop Ideas Near Berthoud
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Loveland and Longmont. Straight-line distance: 15.99 mi (25.74 km).
#1 Loveland
The eighth most populous city in Colorado.
| Population | 83,517 |
| Coordinates | 40.3977600, -105.0749800 |
| Altitude | 1519 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Longmont
The most populous city in Boulder County, Colorado.
| Population | 98,445 |
| Coordinates | 40.1672100, -105.1019300 |
| Altitude | 1519 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-105.101861, 40.16721)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 28 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
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 | $2.29 | $4.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $2.53 | $5.06 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $2.94 | $5.87 |
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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