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Burlington, CO Road Trips

Drivers starting from Burlington, CO have 3 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Mountain West. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 167-mile quick runs to 221-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Burlington, CO head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

city in and county seat of Kit Carson, Colorado, United States

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Trip Routes

5

Longest Drive

221.1 mi

Fort Collins, CO

Quickest Drive

2h 58m

Denver, CO

Plan Around Burlington, CO

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Burlington, CO is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Trips from Burlington, CO

Driving from Burlington, CO

Expect an average of 199 miles and about 3h 29m behind the wheel when leaving Burlington, CO. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 221 miles (3h 49m), while the shortest is just 167 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Burlington, CO include Fort Collins, CO (221.1 mi, 3h 49m), Greeley, CO (207.5 mi, 3h 39m), and Denver, CO (167.4 mi, 2h 58m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

For the average 199-mile drive from Burlington, CO, expect to burn about 7.8 gallons of fuel one way at 25 MPG. Check local pump prices before you go to lock in your budget.

Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 3 mapped routes leaving Burlington, CO and 2 routes heading into Burlington, CO, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 167 to 221 miles.

The longest mapped route from Burlington, CO covers 221 miles and takes approximately 3h 49m. Shorter options start at just 167 miles.

The average route from Burlington, CO runs about 199 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 29m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

The most popular road trip destinations from Burlington, CO include Fort Collins, CO, Greeley, CO and Denver, CO. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Burlington, CO by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

3,165

Median Income

$59,842

Median Home Value

$199,000

Median Age

38.7

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

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