How far is Westminster, CO from Minturn, CO?
The driving distance from Westminster, CO to Minturn, CO is about 105.4 miles (169.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.1 miles (122.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 16m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 08m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Westminster and Minturn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westminster and Minturn.
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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
97.9 mi · 1 hr 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6, US 24: Minturn, Leadville
1074 ft · 26 sec
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Continue straight
2216 ft · 39 sec
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Norman Avenue
85 m · 14 sec · Norman Avenue
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Turn right onto Pine Street
19 m · 3 sec · Pine Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pine Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Westminster and Minturn.
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
97.9 mi · 01h 55m
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 leaving Westminster and Sunny near Minturn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Westminster to Minturn?
The road trip is about 105.4 miles (169.7 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?
Silver Plume is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.7 miles from Westminster and 52.8 miles from Minturn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.1 miles (122.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.3 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 2:14 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.76 one way or $27.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Westminster and Sunny near Minturn.
Stop Ideas Near Silver Plume
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 Silver Plume.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Westminster and Minturn. Straight-line distance: 76.07 mi (122.42 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 Minturn
Town in Eagle County, Colorado, United States
| Population | 1,147 |
| Coordinates | 39.5863700, -106.4308600 |
| Altitude | 2396 |
| Country | United States |
End: Minturn (-106.43086, 39.58637)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 170 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.70 | $13.76 | $27.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $15.19 | $30.38 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $16.33 | $32.67 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $17.62 | $35.24 |
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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