How far is Midway, CO from Manitou Springs, CO?
The driving distance from Midway, CO to Manitou Springs, CO is about 54.8 miles (88.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 3.3 miles (5.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 44m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 22m.
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 Teller County, Colorado, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Midway and Manitou Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midway and Manitou Springs.
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Start on the route
1.4 mi · 7 min
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Continue on Forest Road
2.8 mi · 11 min · Forest Road
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Continue on Forest Road
1.3 mi · 7 min · Forest Road
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Turn slight left onto City Water Department Roads
1.7 mi · 11 min · City Water Department Roads
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Continue on Seven Lakes Road
3.3 mi · 13 min · Seven Lakes Road
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Turn right onto Gold Camp Road
7.5 mi · 29 min · Gold Camp Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto County Road 81
3.1 mi · 5 min · County Road 81
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South State Highway 67
13.3 mi · 23 min · South State Highway 67
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Take the ramp slight right toward CO 67: US Highway 24
6.9 mi · 10 min
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Continue straight
13.1 mi · 20 min
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Turn right onto Sunshine Trail
919 ft · 40 sec · Sunshine Trail
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Turn right onto Washington Avenue
1615 ft · 1 min · Washington Avenue
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Turn right onto Cañon Avenue
44 m · 7 sec · Cañon Avenue
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Turn right
27 m · 7 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 Midway and Manitou Springs.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South State Highway 67
At the end of the road, turn right onto South State Highway 67
13.3 mi · 00h 23m
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 Clear leaving Midway and Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers near Manitou Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Midway to Manitou Springs?
The road trip is about 54.8 miles (88.2 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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?
Cripple Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.4 miles from Midway and 27.3 miles from Manitou Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 3.3 miles (5.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:46 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.14 one way or $14.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Midway and Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers near Manitou Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Cripple Creek
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 Cripple Creek.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Midway and Manitou Springs. Straight-line distance: 3.27 mi (5.27 km).
#1 Midway
Midway is a place in Colorado, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.8424900, -104.9738700 |
| Altitude | 2743 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Manitou Springs
City in Colorado
| Population | 5,461 |
| Coordinates | 38.8597100, -104.9172000 |
| Altitude | 1938 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-104.917462, 38.859568)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 88 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
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 | $7.14 | $14.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.47 | $16.95 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $9.14 | $18.28 |
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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