How far is Thornton, CO from Aurora, CO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Thornton and Aurora is 12.12 miles (19.51 km).
Flight distance from Thornton, CO to Aurora, CO is 12.12 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Thornton, Colorado to Aurora, Colorado is: 17.42 miles (28.04 km) by car.
Driving from Thornton to Aurora will take approximately 00 hours 26 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Aurora
The third most populous city in Colorado and the center of the Denver metropolitan area. It is located east of Denver. Aurora is known for its growing population, its diverse culture, and its many attractions, such as the Aurora Municipal Center and the Aurora Fox Arts Center.
| Population | 387377 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°43'46"N 104°49'55"W |
| Latitude | 39.7294300 |
| Longitude | -104.8319200 |
| Altitude | 1648 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Aurora: Vaughn Street (-104.831848,39.729486)
Estimated Travel Time Between Thornton and Aurora
The distance between Thornton and Aurora is 28 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 18 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 Thornton and Aurora. The current time is 06:13:19.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.33 liters (0.61 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Thornton and Aurora.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Thornton to Aurora is $2.24 (diesel $2.91).
Colorado gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.64 | $4.03 | $4.33 | $4.74 |
| Total | $2.24 | $2.48 | $2.66 | $2.91 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Thornton and Aurora (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
