How far is Westminster, CO from Meeker, CO?

The driving distance from Westminster, CO to Meeker, CO is about 226.6 miles (364.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 41m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 153 miles (246.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
226.56 mi
04h 41m
Flight
152.98 mi
246.2 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
152.98 mi
Kilometers
246.2 km
Flight Time
00h 18m

Driving Distance

Road route
226.56 mi
Kilometers
364.62 km
Drive Time
04h 41m

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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 04h 41m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Meeker
Thu, Apr 23, 5:38 AM MDT
Return by in Westminster
Thu, Apr 23, 10:19 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Westminster
2026-04-23T00:56
Arrive Meeker
Thu, Apr 23, 5:38 AM MDT
Route Timing
04h 41m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:42 AM to 12:42 PM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:36 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Westminster
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

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
Edwards
CO

Location in Colorado, USA

From Westminster
113.2 mi
02h 20m
To Meeker
113.4 mi
02h 20m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
68°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
9 to 20 mph W
Destination
57°F
Thursday

Slight Chance Snow Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
5 to 20 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Westminster and Meeker.

  1. 1

    Start on Newton Street

    768 ft · 36 sec · Newton Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West 76th Avenue

    1.4 km · 2 min · West 76th Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Sheridan Boulevard

    2.5 mi · 4 min · Sheridan Boulevard

  4. 4

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 76 West

    1712 ft · 44 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Heartland Expressway

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Heartland Expressway

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    179.1 mi · 3 hr 22 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward CO 13 North: Rifle, Meeker

    1067 ft · 27 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right

    1664 ft · 35 sec

  9. 9

    Turn slight right onto Whiteriver Avenue

    1.5 mi · 4 min · Whiteriver Avenue

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Railroad Avenue

    1401 ft · 27 sec · Railroad Avenue

  11. 11

    Continue on Government Road

    37.9 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Government Road

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    1.3 mi · 2 min

  13. 13

    Continue on West Market Street

    1 km · 1 min · West Market Street

  14. 14

    Turn left onto 6th Street

    120 m · 19 sec · 6th Street

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Main Street

    48 m · 7 sec · Main Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

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

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
16 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Heartland Expressway
180 mi · 80%
Government Road
39.2 mi · 17%
Sheridan Boulevard
2.55 mi · 1%
Whiteriver Avenue
1.52 mi · 1%
West 76th Avenue
0.84 mi
West Market Street
0.64 mi
Longest Stretch

Heartland Expressway

Merge slight left

179 mi · 03h 22m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 41m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+73.6 mi
153 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Edwards
02h 20m from Westminster
Leave By
7:36 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Westminster and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Meeker.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Westminster to Meeker?

The road trip is about 226.6 miles (364.6 km) and usually takes 04h 41m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Edwards is a useful midpoint, sitting about 113.2 miles from Westminster and 113.4 miles from Meeker.

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

The direct path is about 153 miles (246.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 73.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.55 one way or $59.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 71 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Westminster and Slight Chance Snow Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Meeker.

Stop Ideas Near Edwards

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Edwards, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Vail, Colorado

21 mi away
241 South Frontage Road East
BUS

Frisco, Colorado

43 mi away
1010 Meadow Drive
RAIL

Glenwood Springs

63 mi away
413 7th Street
BUS

Fairplay, CO

70 mi away
620 US Highway 285

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Westminster and Meeker. Straight-line distance: 152.98 mi (246.2 km).

Westminster

#1 Westminster

The most populous city in Adams County, Colorado.

Population115,046
Coordinates39.8366500, -105.0372000
Altitude1641
CountryUnited States
Meeker

#2 Meeker

Town in Colorado, USA

Population2,318
Coordinates40.0374700, -107.9131300
Altitude1902
CountryUnited States
Start: Westminster (-105.0372, 39.83665)
End: Meeker (-107.91313, 40.03747)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 365 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)07h 32m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 39m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 31m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 46m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 49m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.99 gal
30.26 L · about $29.55
Round trip
$59.09
15.98 gal · 60.52 L
Estimated CO2
71 kg one way
Round trip: 142 kg / 313 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.70 $29.55 $59.09
Mid-grade $4.08 $32.63 $65.26
Premium $4.39 $35.08 $70.17
Diesel $4.74 $37.85 $75.70

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Westminster and Meeker. The current time is 00:56:19.

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.