How far is Manzanola, CO from Ormega, CO?
The driving distance from Manzanola, CO to Ormega, CO is about 21.6 miles (34.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.4 miles (29.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 12m 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 Manzanola and Ormega.
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Start on the route
12 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto North Park Street
677 ft · 24 sec · North Park Street
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Turn left onto East 1st Street
19 mi · 32 min · East 1st Street
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Turn right onto Grant Avenue
851 ft · 19 sec · Grant Avenue
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Turn right onto West 5th Street
712 ft · 12 sec · West 5th Street
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Continue on Potter Drive
611 ft · 10 sec · Potter Drive
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Continue on US Highway 350
2 mi · 3 min · US Highway 350
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · US Highway 350
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Manzanola and Ormega.
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.
East 1st Street
Turn left onto East 1st Street
19 mi · 00h 32m
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.
Sunny leaving Manzanola and Sunny near Ormega.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Manzanola to Ormega?
The road trip is about 21.6 miles (34.8 km) and usually takes 00h 36m 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?
Rocky Ford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.8 miles from Manzanola and 10.8 miles from Ormega.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.4 miles (29.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 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 7:18 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.81 one way or $5.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Manzanola and Sunny near Ormega.
Stop Ideas Near Rocky Ford
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 Rocky Ford.
La Junta
Pueblo, Colorado
Lamar station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Manzanola and Ormega. Straight-line distance: 18.36 mi (29.55 km).
#1 Manzanola
Human settlement in Otero County, Colorado, United States of America
| Population | 410 |
| Coordinates | 38.1094500, -103.8660700 |
| Altitude | 1297 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ormega
Ormega is a place in Colorado, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9608400, -103.5863300 |
| Altitude | 1285 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ormega (-103.58633, 37.96084)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.70 | $2.81 | $5.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $3.10 | $6.21 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $3.34 | $6.67 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
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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