How far is Westminster, CO from La Salle, CO?

The driving distance from Westminster, CO to La Salle, CO is about 48.7 miles (78.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 19m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
48.67 mi
01h 09m
Flight
39.58 mi
63.7 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
39.58 mi
Kilometers
63.7 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
48.67 mi
Kilometers
78.32 km
Drive Time
01h 09m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 09m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in La Salle
Sun, Apr 19, 1:08 AM MDT
Return by in Westminster
Sun, Apr 19, 2:18 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Westminster
2026-04-18T23:59
Arrive La Salle
Sun, Apr 19, 1:08 AM MDT
Route Timing
01h 09m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:10 AM to 11:10 AM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:10 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Westminster
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

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
Firestone
CO

Human settlement in Weld County, Colorado, United States of America

From Westminster
24.4 mi
00h 34m
To La Salle
24.4 mi
00h 34m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Saturday

Slight Chance Snow Showers

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NW
Destination
58°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
7 to 17 mph NW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Westminster and La Salle.

  1. 1

    Start on Newton Street

    550 ft · 26 sec · Newton Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West 78th Avenue

    812 ft · 29 sec · West 78th Avenue

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto North Turnpike Drive

    32 m · 11 sec · North Turnpike Drive

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Lowell Boulevard

    1238 ft · 29 sec · Lowell Boulevard

  5. 5

    Turn right onto West 80th Avenue

    2633 ft · 1 min · West 80th Avenue

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Federal Boulevard

    1.5 mi · 3 min · Federal Boulevard

  7. 7

    Turn right onto West 92nd Avenue

    1 mi · 2 min · West 92nd Avenue

  8. 8

    Continue on Thornton Parkway

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Thornton Parkway

  9. 9

    Turn left onto I 25 North: Fort Collins, Cheyenne

    1723 ft · 46 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto North Valley Highway

    2.2 mi · 3 min · North Valley Highway

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on North Valley Highway

    5.3 mi · 6 min · North Valley Highway

  12. 12

    Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

    15.1 mi · 15 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward CO 66: Lyons, Longmont

    1724 ft · 42 sec

  14. 14

    Turn right

    8.4 mi · 14 min

  15. 15

    Turn left onto CanAm Highway

    11.8 mi · 19 min · CanAm Highway

  16. 16

    Continue on South 2nd Street

    1740 ft · 38 sec · South 2nd Street

  17. 17

    Turn right onto 1st Avenue

    796 ft · 22 sec · 1st Avenue

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
37 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
15.1 mi · 31%
CanAm Highway
11.8 mi · 24%
North Valley Highway
7.52 mi · 15%
Federal Boulevard
1.5 mi · 3%
Thornton Parkway
1.16 mi · 2%
West 92nd Avenue
1.01 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

Continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

15.1 mi · 00h 15m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 09m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.1 mi
39.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Firestone
00h 34m from Westminster
Leave By
4:10 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Snow Showers leaving Westminster and Mostly Sunny near La Salle.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Westminster to La Salle?

The road trip is about 48.7 miles (78.3 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?

Firestone is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.4 miles from Westminster and 24.4 miles from La Salle.

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

The direct path is about 39.6 miles (63.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 4:10 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.36 one way or $12.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers around Westminster and Mostly Sunny near La Salle.

Stop Ideas Near Firestone

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 Firestone and the surrounding midpoint area.
Historic Brighton City Hall
Scenic stop 14.2 mi away

Historic Brighton City Hall

Brighton , CO
22 S 4th Ave, Brighton, CO 80601
Rating 4.3/5 31 reviews Historical place,City Hall
Town of Frederick
Meeting point 4.2 mi away

Town of Frederick

Frederick , CO
401 Locust St, Frederick, CO 80530
Rating 3.8/5 12 reviews City government office,City Hall
Lafayette City Hall
Nearby stop 12.7 mi away

Lafayette City Hall

Lafayette , CO
1290 S Public Rd, Lafayette, CO 80026
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews City administration
Old Town Hall
Scenic stop 4.1 mi away

Old Town Hall

Frederick , CO
105 Fifth St, Frederick, CO 80530
Rating 4.0/5 2 reviews Historical landmark,History museum

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Longmont, Colorado

15 mi away
623 Main St.
BUS

Boulder, Colorado

30 mi away
30th & Diagonal Highway
RAIL

Union Station

40 mi away
1701 Wynkoop Street
BUS

Denver (Bus Station), Colorado

41 mi away
1055 19th Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Westminster and La Salle. Straight-line distance: 39.58 mi (63.7 km).

Westminster

#1 Westminster

The most populous city in Adams County, Colorado.

Population115,046
Coordinates39.8366500, -105.0372000
Altitude1641
CountryUnited States
La Salle

#2 La Salle

Town in Colorado, USA

Population2,466
Coordinates40.3488700, -104.7019100
Altitude1426
CountryUnited States
Start: Westminster (-105.0372, 39.83665)
End: La Salle (-104.70191, 40.34887)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 78 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 37m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 58m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 48m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 41m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 36m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.72 gal
6.5 L · about $6.36
Round trip
$12.72
3.44 gal · 13 L
Estimated CO2
15.3 kg one way
Round trip: 30.6 kg / 67 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.70 $6.36 $12.72
Mid-grade $4.08 $7.02 $14.05
Premium $4.39 $7.55 $15.11
Diesel $4.74 $8.15 $16.30

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 · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Westminster and La Salle. The current time is 23:59:11.

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.