How far is Thornton, CO from Colorado Springs, CO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Thornton and Colorado Springs is 71.9 miles (115.72 km).
Flight distance from Thornton, CO to Colorado Springs, CO is 71.9 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Thornton to Colorado Springs with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Thornton, Colorado to Colorado Springs, Colorado is: 80.11 miles (128.92 km) by car.
Driving from Thornton to Colorado Springs will take approximately 01 hours 22 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 Colorado Springs
The second most populous city in Colorado and the center of the Colorado Springs metropolitan area. It is located at the foot of Pikes Peak in central Colorado. Colorado Springs is known for its military bases, its hot springs, and its many attractions, such as the Garden of the Gods and the United States Air Force Academy.
| Population | 482131 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°50'2"N 104°49'17"W |
| Latitude | 38.8338800 |
| Longitude | -104.8213600 |
| Altitude | 1832 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Colorado Springs: East Pikes Peak Avenue (-104.821358,38.833914)
Estimated Travel Time Between Thornton and Colorado Springs
The distance between Thornton and Colorado Springs is 129 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 25 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 Colorado Springs. The current time is 22:12:15.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 40 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 00 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 36 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 20 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 08 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 04 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 10.7 liters (2.83 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Thornton and Colorado Springs.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Thornton to Colorado Springs is $10.29 (diesel $13.39).
Colorado gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.64 | $4.03 | $4.33 | $4.74 |
| Total | $10.29 | $11.39 | $12.23 | $13.39 |
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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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Thornton and Colorado Springs (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
