How far is Pueblo, CO from Coal Creek, CO?
The driving distance from Pueblo, CO to Coal Creek, CO is about 40 miles (64.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.1 miles (48.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 04m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Place in Colorado, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pueblo and Coal Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pueblo and Coal Creek.
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Start on Abriendo Avenue
1561 ft · 38 sec
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Continue on East Abriendo Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Abriendo Avenue
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Turn left onto Lincoln Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Lincoln Street
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Continue on Thatcher Avenue
27.2 mi · 39 min · Thatcher Avenue
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Turn right
8 mi · 11 min
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Turn left onto Cap Rock Road
2.1 mi · 8 min · Cap Rock Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Coal Creek Drive
126 m · 18 sec · Coal Creek Drive
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Continue on 3rd Street
2532 ft · 2 min · 3rd Street
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Turn left onto 4th Avenue
44 m · 12 sec · 4th Avenue
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Turn left onto 2nd Street
133 m · 19 sec · 2nd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 5th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pueblo and Coal Creek.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Thatcher Avenue
Continue on Thatcher Avenue
27.2 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Pueblo and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Coal Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pueblo to Coal Creek?
The road trip is about 40 miles (64.4 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Penrose is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20 miles from Pueblo and 20.1 miles from Coal Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.1 miles (48.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 4:20 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.21 one way or $10.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Pueblo and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Coal Creek.
Stop Ideas Near Penrose
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 Penrose.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pueblo and Coal Creek. Straight-line distance: 30.15 mi (48.52 km).
#1 Pueblo
The most populous city in Pueblo County, Colorado.
| Population | 112,751 |
| Coordinates | 38.2544500, -104.6091400 |
| Altitude | 1430 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Coal Creek
Town in Fremont County, Colorado, United States
| Population | 2,400 |
| Coordinates | 38.3611100, -105.1483200 |
| Altitude | 1654 |
| Country | United States |
End: Coal Creek (-105.14832, 38.36111)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.21 | $10.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $5.76 | $11.52 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $6.19 | $12.38 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $6.68 | $13.36 |
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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