Spanning 108.1 miles, this route connects Avon to Westminster in approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate primarily via Avon Road, Gerald R, and the Heartland Expressway to complete the journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, the trip is quite budget-friendly for a quick transition between these Mountain West locations. Whether you are heading to the Denver metro area for business or returning home, this direct path offers a efficient way to cross the region without unnecessary complications.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.1 miles from Avon, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway
102.1 mi
2h 2m
Sheridan Boulevard
2.7 mi
4m
Heartland Expressway
1.3 mi
1m
West 76th Avenue
0.8 mi
2m
Avon Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Newton Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway
— 102.1 mi, about 2h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avon, CO and Westminster, CO.
1
Start on Avon Road
0.2 mi·20 sec·Avon Road
2
Enter roundabout onto Avon Road
99 ft·2 sec·Avon Road
3
Continue on Avon Road
261 ft·5 sec·Avon Road
4
Enter roundabout onto Avon Road
170 ft·3 sec·Avon Road
5
Continue on Avon Road
335 ft·6 sec·Avon Road
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
7
Merge onto I 70
102 mi·2 hr 2 min·Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76
1.3 mi·1 min·Heartland Expressway
Exit 269BToward I 76 East: Fort MorganUse the left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 1BToward CO 95: Sheridan BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto CO 95
2.7 mi·4 min·Sheridan Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn right onto West 76th Avenue
0.8 mi·2 min·West 76th Avenue
12
Turn left onto Newton Street
0.1 mi·33 sec·Newton Street
13
Arrive at destination
Newton Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 108.1-mile trip with no scheduled stops, you have maximum flexibility in your departure time. However, given the technical, turn-heavy nature of the roads, try to avoid peak traffic hours to ensure your 1 hour and 52 minute transit remains stress-free. Plan to set aside about $16 for fuel before you head out, as there are no built-in stops to break up the drive. My best advice for this specific path is to study your turns along the Heartland Expressway in advance, as the lack of highway segments means you will be relying on local navigation for the duration of the trip.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 54.1 miles from Avon, CO, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 24 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.1 miles or 1h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westminster, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Avon, CO so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Avon, CO
This is one driving day of about 108.1 miles and 2h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Avon, CO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway for about 102.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 104.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Avon Road
Enter roundabout onto Avon Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|Avon Road
Enter roundabout onto Avon Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|I 70 / Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 70 / Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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102.8 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|I 76 / Heartland Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76 / Heartland Expressway toward I 76 East: Fort Morgan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Exit 269B
Toward I 76 East: Fort Morgan
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104.1 mi into trip|~2h 5m in
Take the exit toward CO 95: Sheridan Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1B
Toward CO 95: Sheridan Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.29 one way
$32.57 round trip
$3.83/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.05
$17.24
$34.49
premium
$4.39
$18.70
$37.40
diesel
$5.61
$23.87
$47.73
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.4
0
$11.35
$5.19
Efficient EV
27
0
$9.46
$4.32
EV Truck/SUV
43.2
0
$15.13
$6.92
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Avon, CO
Night
in Avon on Saturday
Local time
10:34 PM
MDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Westminster, CO
Night
in Westminster on Saturday
Local time
10:34 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
34°F
Georgetown, CO
54 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
11 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 12m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route contains zero highway miles. Behind the wheel, you will encounter a technical, winding experience that demands your full attention as you transition off the main local thoroughfares. Because the entire 108.1-mile distance relies on local roads like Gerald R and the Heartland Expressway, your pace will be dictated by the specific curves and intersections of these paths. This isn't a route for zoning out behind the wheel; instead, it offers a hands-on driving experience that requires careful navigation throughout the nearly two-hour duration.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 102.1 mi on Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Avon Road.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 12m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Avon Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.3 miles (Avon Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.6 miles (I 70 / Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Westminster is a city of about 115,000 in the Denver Metropolitan Area of the western U.S. state of Colorado. The city lies northwest of Denver in Adams and Jefferson counties.
The longest stretch is about 102.1 miles on Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Avon Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.3 miles (Avon Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.6 miles (I 70 / Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Westminster, CO before heading back.
