How far is Rocky Ford, CO from Pueblo, CO?
The driving distance from Rocky Ford, CO to Pueblo, CO is about 55.6 miles (89.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.3 miles (80.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 57m.
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.
Town in Pueblo County, Colorado, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rocky Ford and Pueblo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rocky Ford and Pueblo.
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Start on South Main Street
777 ft · 31 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto Swink Avenue
41.8 mi · 51 min · Swink Avenue
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Continue straight
6.9 mi · 9 min
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
1283 ft · 20 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward CO 47, CO 96: 4th Street, Cesar Chavez Boulevard
1120 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CO 96: 4th Street
128 m · 19 sec
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Turn left onto East 4th Street
2.6 mi · 4 min · East 4th Street
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Turn left onto North Chester Avenue
1018 ft · 30 sec · North Chester Avenue
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Turn right onto East City Center Drive
874 ft · 33 sec · East City Center Drive
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Take the ramp left
966 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Freeway
1.3 km · 1 min · South Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Abriendo Avenue
33 m · 3 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 Rocky Ford and Pueblo.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Swink Avenue
Turn left onto Swink Avenue
41.8 mi · 00h 51m
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.
Sunny leaving Rocky Ford and Sunny near Pueblo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rocky Ford to Pueblo?
The road trip is about 55.6 miles (89.4 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Boone is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27 miles from Rocky Ford and 28.6 miles from Pueblo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.3 miles (80.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 4:34 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.25 one way or $14.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rocky Ford and Sunny near Pueblo.
Stop Ideas Near Boone
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Boone.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rocky Ford and Pueblo. Straight-line distance: 50.27 mi (80.9 km).
#1 Rocky Ford
City in Colorado
| Population | 3,806 |
| Coordinates | 38.0525100, -103.7202300 |
| Altitude | 1274 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pueblo
The most populous city in Pueblo County, Colorado.
| Population | 112,751 |
| Coordinates | 38.2544500, -104.6091400 |
| Altitude | 1430 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-104.608768, 38.254235)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 89 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 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 | $7.25 | $14.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $8.00 | $16.01 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $8.61 | $17.21 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $9.28 | $18.57 |
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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