How far is Westminster, CO from Fraser, CO?
The driving distance from Westminster, CO to Fraser, CO is about 73.1 miles (117.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42 miles (67.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 32m 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 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Clear Creek County, Colorado, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Westminster and Fraser.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westminster and Fraser.
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Start on Newton Street
768 ft · 36 sec · Newton Street
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Turn right onto West 76th Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · West 76th Avenue
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Turn left onto Sheridan Boulevard
2.5 mi · 4 min · Sheridan Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 76 West
1712 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Heartland Expressway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Heartland Expressway
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Merge slight left
36.4 mi · 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 40 west: Empire, Granby
3141 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right
30.5 mi · 51 min
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Continue on North Zerex Street
1318 ft · 37 sec · North Zerex Street
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Turn left onto East Eisenhower Drive
642 ft · 24 sec · East Eisenhower Drive
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Turn left onto Leonard Lane
630 ft · 30 sec · Leonard Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Leonard Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Westminster and Fraser.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Heartland Expressway
Merge slight left
36.4 mi · 00h 44m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Westminster and Chance Snow Showers near Fraser.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Westminster to Fraser?
The road trip is about 73.1 miles (117.7 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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?
Idaho Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.5 miles from Westminster and 36.6 miles from Fraser.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42 miles (67.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.1 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 2:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.54 one way or $19.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Westminster and Chance Snow Showers near Fraser.
Stop Ideas Near Idaho Springs
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 Idaho Springs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Westminster and Fraser. Straight-line distance: 42.02 mi (67.63 km).
#1 Westminster
The most populous city in Adams County, Colorado.
| Population | 115,046 |
| Coordinates | 39.8366500, -105.0372000 |
| Altitude | 1641 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fraser
Town in Colorado, USA
| Population | 1,348 |
| Coordinates | 39.9449900, -105.8172300 |
| Altitude | 2615 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fraser (-105.81723, 39.94499)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 118 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.70 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $10.54 | $21.07 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $11.33 | $22.66 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $12.22 | $24.44 |
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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