How far is Trinidad, CO from Colorado Springs, CO?
The driving distance from Trinidad, CO to Colorado Springs, CO is about 129.9 miles (209.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.3 miles (187.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 59m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 59m.
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.
Statutory Town in Pueblo County, Colorado, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Trinidad and Colorado Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trinidad and Colorado Springs.
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Start on South Ash Street
91 m · 19 sec · South Ash Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1454 ft · 42 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Commercial Street
1831 ft · 37 sec · North Commercial Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 25 North
1265 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
125.2 mi · 2 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CO 115 South: Nevada Avenue, Tejon Street
1731 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Nevada Avenue North, Downtown
124 m · 14 sec
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Turn right onto South Nevada Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · South Nevada Avenue
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Turn right onto East Cimarron Street
149 m · 21 sec · East Cimarron Street
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Turn left onto South Weber Street
2591 ft · 2 min · South Weber Street
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Turn left onto East Pikes Peak Avenue
129 m · 14 sec · East Pikes Peak Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Pikes Peak Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Trinidad and Colorado Springs.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 25 North
Merge slight left
125 mi · 02h 09m
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.
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Sunny leaving Trinidad and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Colorado Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Trinidad to Colorado Springs?
The road trip is about 129.9 miles (209.1 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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?
Rye is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.1 miles from Trinidad and 65.9 miles from Colorado Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.3 miles (187.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 2:30 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.94 one way or $33.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers then Sunny around Trinidad and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Colorado Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Rye
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rye.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Trinidad and Colorado Springs. Straight-line distance: 116.32 mi (187.2 km).
#1 Trinidad
Home Rule Municipality in Las Animas County, Colorado, United States
| Population | 8,127 |
| Coordinates | 37.1694600, -104.5005400 |
| Altitude | 1839 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Colorado Springs
The second most populous city in Colorado and the center of the Colorado Springs metropolitan area.
| Population | 482,131 |
| Coordinates | 38.8338800, -104.8213600 |
| Altitude | 1832 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Pikes Peak Avenue (-104.821358, 38.833914)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 209 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $16.94 | $33.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $18.70 | $37.41 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $20.11 | $40.22 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $21.70 | $43.39 |
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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