How far is Paonia, CO from Cedaredge, CO?
The driving distance from Paonia, CO to Cedaredge, CO is about 36.9 miles (59.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.1 miles (29.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 53m 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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City in Delta County, Colorado, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paonia and Cedaredge.
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Start on Orchard Avenue
16 m · 8 sec · Orchard Avenue
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Turn left onto 3rd Street
2416 ft · 1 min · 3rd Street
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Continue on Samuel Wade Road
3141 ft · 2 min · Samuel Wade Road
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Turn left
7.9 mi · 13 min
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Continue on East Bridge Street
16.7 mi · 22 min · East Bridge Street
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Continue straight
1016 ft · 17 sec
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Turn right
10.8 mi · 17 min
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Turn left onto West Main Street
714 ft · 33 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto Northwest 3rd Street
107 m · 15 sec · Northwest 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northwest 3rd Street
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Bridge Street
Continue on East Bridge Street
16.7 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
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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.
Sunny leaving Paonia and Sunny near Cedaredge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Paonia to Cedaredge?
The road trip is about 36.9 miles (59.4 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Orchard City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.5 miles from Paonia and 18.5 miles from Cedaredge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.1 miles (29.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.8 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 4:36 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.81 one way or $9.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Paonia and Sunny near Cedaredge.
Stop Ideas Near Orchard City
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 Orchard City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Paonia and Cedaredge. Straight-line distance: 18.13 mi (29.18 km).
#1 Paonia
City in Delta County, Colorado, United States of America
| Population | 1,474 |
| Coordinates | 38.8683200, -107.5920000 |
| Altitude | 1732 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cedaredge
City in Delta County, Colorado, United States of America
| Population | 2,313 |
| Coordinates | 38.9016500, -107.9264500 |
| Altitude | 1899 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cedaredge (-107.92645, 38.90165)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.81 | $9.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $5.31 | $10.62 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $5.71 | $11.42 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $6.16 | $12.32 |
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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