How far is Superior, CO from Thornton, CO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Superior and Thornton is 11.95 miles (19.24 km).
Flight distance from Superior, CO to Thornton, CO is 11.95 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Superior, Colorado to Thornton, Colorado is: 14.79 miles (23.81 km) by car.
Driving from Superior to Thornton will take approximately 00 hours 23 minutes.
#1 Superior
Statutory Town in Boulder and Jefferson counties in the U.S. state of Colorado
| Population | 13413 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°57'10"N 105°10'7"W |
| Latitude | 39.9527600 |
| Longitude | -105.1686000 |
| Altitude | 1675 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Thornton
The seventh most populous city in Colorado. It is located in the northeastern part of the state. Thornton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Thornton Historical Society and the Thornton Town Center.
| Population | 148113 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°52'5"N 104°58'19"W |
| Latitude | 39.8680400 |
| Longitude | -104.9719200 |
| Altitude | 1631 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Thornton: (-104.971859,39.868064)
Estimated Travel Time Between Superior and Thornton
The distance between Superior and Thornton is 24 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 15 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Superior and Thornton. The current time is 03:26:59.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.98 liters (0.52 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Superior and Thornton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Superior to Thornton is $1.9 (diesel $2.47).
Colorado gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.64 | $4.03 | $4.33 | $4.74 |
| Total | $1.9 | $2.1 | $2.26 | $2.47 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Colorado ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.640 (Diesel $4.737) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Superior and Thornton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
