How far is Wiggins, CO from Thornton, CO?
The driving distance from Wiggins, CO to Thornton, CO is about 59.1 miles (95.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.7 miles (86.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 56m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Weld County, Colorado, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wiggins and Thornton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wiggins and Thornton.
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Start on the route
77 m · 24 sec
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Turn left onto East 2nd Avenue
160 m · 23 sec · East 2nd Avenue
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Turn slight left onto East Corona Avenue
22 m · 7 sec · East Corona Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
754 ft · 23 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto West Central Avenue
2269 ft · 42 sec · West Central Avenue
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Continue on US Highway 6
2676 ft · 53 sec · US Highway 6
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Turn right onto County Road 3
134 m · 14 sec · County Road 3
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Take the ramp left
945 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
53 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 88th Avenue
1390 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right onto East 88th Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · East 88th Avenue
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Turn right onto Colorado Boulevard
1.6 km · 2 min · Colorado Boulevard
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Turn left onto Thornton Parkway
1.7 mi · 3 min · Thornton Parkway
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Turn left onto Dorothy Boulevard
1077 ft · 51 sec · Dorothy Boulevard
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Turn right
36 m · 9 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wiggins and Thornton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
County Road 3
Merge slight left
53 mi · 00h 54m
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.
Rain And Snow Likely leaving Wiggins and Rain And Snow Showers near Thornton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wiggins to Thornton?
The road trip is about 59.1 miles (95.1 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Keenesburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.5 miles from Wiggins and 29.6 miles from Thornton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.7 miles (86.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 4:34 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.69 one way or $15.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Likely around Wiggins and Rain And Snow Showers near Thornton.
Stop Ideas Near Keenesburg
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wiggins and Thornton. Straight-line distance: 53.75 mi (86.5 km).
#1 Wiggins
Town in Colorado, United States
| Population | 1,152 |
| Coordinates | 40.2305400, -104.0727300 |
| Altitude | 1388 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Thornton
The seventh most populous city in Colorado.
| Population | 148,113 |
| Coordinates | 39.8680400, -104.9719200 |
| Altitude | 1631 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-104.971859, 39.868064)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 95 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $7.69 | $15.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.08 | $8.49 | $16.99 |
| Premium | $4.39 | $9.13 | $18.27 |
| Diesel | $4.74 | $9.85 | $19.71 |
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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