How far is Superior, CO from Westminster, CO?

Fastest route

The distance between Superior, Colorado and Westminster, Colorado is approximately 13.1 miles (21 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 21 minutes.

Directions

  • ๐Ÿš— Head east on Bridge toward 2nd Ave.
  • ๐Ÿš— Turn left at the 1st cross street onto 2nd Ave.
  • ๐Ÿš— Turn right onto Marshall Rd.
  • ๐Ÿš— Use the 2nd from the right lane to turn left onto McCaslin Blvd.
  • ๐Ÿš— Use the right lane to merge onto US-36 E via the ramp to Denver.
  • ๐Ÿš— Follow US-36 E and take the CO-95 S/Sheridan Blvd exit.
  • ๐Ÿš— Take Yates St, W 88th Ave, and Lowell Blvd to Newton St in Adams County.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿš— Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic.
  • ๐Ÿš— Use a navigation app or GPS device for real-time traffic updates and the best routes.
  • ๐Ÿš— Pay attention to road signs and follow the directions closely.
  • ๐Ÿš— Keep an eye on your fuel level and consider refueling if necessary before the journey.
  • ๐Ÿš— Pack some snacks and water for the trip, especially if you have a long drive ahead.
  • ๐Ÿš— Check the weather forecast before you leave and be prepared for any changes in conditions.
  • ๐Ÿš— Stay alert and obey traffic laws to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
13.43 mi
00h 16m
Flight
10.63 mi
17.1 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
10.63 mi
Kilometers
17.1 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
13.43 mi
Kilometers
21.62 km
Drive Time
00h 16m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 16m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Westminster
Wed, Apr 22, 8:28 PM MDT
Return by in Superior
Wed, Apr 22, 8:45 PM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Superior
2026-04-22T20:11
Arrive Westminster
Wed, Apr 22, 8:28 PM MDT
Route Timing
00h 16m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:17 AM to 7:17 PM MDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:56 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Superior
10:00 PM MDT
Flexible departure

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.

Mid-route stop
Broomfield
CO

A city in Broomfield County, Colorado.

From Superior
6 mi
00h 08m
To Westminster
7.4 mi
00h 08m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79ยฐF
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
8 to 22 mph SSW
Destination
81ยฐF
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
7 to 21 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Superior and Westminster.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Superior and Westminster.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    43 m ยท 16 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left onto 2nd Avenue

    961 ft ยท 45 sec ยท 2nd Avenue

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Marshall Road

    644 ft ยท 18 sec ยท Marshall Road

  4. 4

    Turn left onto McCaslin Boulevard

    112 m ยท 24 sec ยท McCaslin Boulevard

  5. 5

    Take the ramp straight toward US 36 East: Denver

    1565 ft ยท 40 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Denverโ€“Boulder Turnpike

    1.4 mi ยท 2 min ยท Denverโ€“Boulder Turnpike

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on Denverโ€“Boulder Turnpike

    2.4 mi ยท 3 min ยท Denverโ€“Boulder Turnpike

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on Denverโ€“Boulder Turnpike

    2.2 mi ยท 3 min ยท Denverโ€“Boulder Turnpike

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on Denverโ€“Boulder Turnpike

    1.9 mi ยท 2 min ยท Denverโ€“Boulder Turnpike

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on Denverโ€“Boulder Turnpike

    1.2 km ยท 53 sec ยท Denverโ€“Boulder Turnpike

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward CO 95 South: Sheridan Boulevard

    1708 ft ยท 37 sec

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Sheridan Boulevard

    1.3 mi ยท 2 min ยท Sheridan Boulevard

  13. 13

    Turn left onto West 80th Avenue

    1822 ft ยท 54 sec ยท West 80th Avenue

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Stuart Place

    1441 ft ยท 49 sec ยท Stuart Place

  15. 15

    Turn slight left onto West 78th Avenue

    2291 ft ยท 1 min ยท West 78th Avenue

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Newton Street

    550 ft ยท 24 sec ยท Newton Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท Newton Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Superior and Westminster.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
17 steps
13 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
126.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Denverโ€“Boulder Turnpike
8.66 mi ยท 64%
Sheridan Boulevard
1.26 mi ยท 9%
West 78th Avenue
0.43 mi ยท 3%
West 80th Avenue
0.34 mi ยท 3%
CO 95 South
0.32 mi ยท 2%
US 36 East
0.3 mi ยท 2%
Longest Stretch

Denverโ€“Boulder Turnpike

Keep slight right to continue on Denverโ€“Boulder Turnpike

2.36 mi ยท 00h 03m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 16m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+2.8 mi
10.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Broomfield
00h 08m from Superior
Leave By
7:56 PM MDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Superior and Mostly Sunny near Westminster.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Superior to Westminster?

The road trip is about 13.4 miles (21.6 km) and usually takes 00h 16m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Broomfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6 miles from Superior and 7.4 miles from Westminster.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 10.6 miles (17.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.74 one way or $3.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Superior and Mostly Sunny near Westminster.

Stop Ideas Near Broomfield

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Broomfield and the surrounding midpoint area.
Municipal Court Park
Scenic stop 5.8 mi away

Municipal Court Park

Westminster , CO
3025 W 76th Ave, Westminster, CO 80030
Rating 3.8/5 94 reviews Park
Denver City Council
Meeting point 12.6 mi away

Denver City Council

Denver , CO
1437 Bannock St rm 451, Denver, CO 80202
Rating 3.6/5 92 reviews City government office,County government office
Lafayette City Hall
Nearby stop 5.6 mi away

Lafayette City Hall

Lafayette , CO
1290 S Public Rd, Lafayette, CO 80026
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews City administration

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Broomfield.

RAIL

Union Station

20 mi away
1701 Wynkoop Street
BUS

Denver (Bus Station), Colorado

21 mi away
1055 19th Street
BUS

Boulder, Colorado

23 mi away
30th & Diagonal Highway
BUS

Longmont, Colorado

28 mi away
623 Main St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Superior and Westminster. Straight-line distance: 10.63 mi (17.1 km).

Superior

#1 Superior

Statutory Town in Boulder and Jefferson counties in the U.

Population13,413
Coordinates39.9527600, -105.1686000
Altitude1675
CountryUnited States
Westminster

#2 Westminster

The most populous city in Adams County, Colorado.

Population115,046
Coordinates39.8366500, -105.0372000
Altitude1641
CountryUnited States
Start: (-105.168599, 39.952577)
End: Newton Street (-105.037386, 39.836648)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 22 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 26m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 16m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 13m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 11m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 10m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.47 gal
1.79 L ยท about $1.74
Round trip
$3.48
0.94 gal ยท 3.58 L
Estimated CO2
4.2 kg one way
Round trip: 8.4 kg / 19 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.70 $1.74 $3.48
Mid-grade $4.08 $1.92 $3.84
Premium $4.39 $2.06 $4.13
Diesel $4.74 $2.23 $4.45

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Colorado ยท Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Superior and Westminster. The current time is 20:11:22.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.