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Trip from Brush, CO to Westminster, CO

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 35m

Distance

88.6 mi

143 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 28m ★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Brush, CO, CO

Brush, CO

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city in Adams and Jefferson counties in Colorado, United States

Westminster, CO

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Trip Overview

Brush, CO to Westminster, CO is 88.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 35 minutes via I 76 and the Denver–Boulder Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Mountain West region, specifically Colorado, and is a straightforward, highway-focused trip. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a quick and efficient journey. Consider this route if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss, as it prioritizes speed and directness.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

44.3 miles from Brush, CO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 76 82.4 mi 1h 23m
Denver–Boulder Turnpike 2.1 mi 2m
Colorado Avenue 0.8 mi 1m
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 0.5 mi <1m
West 80th Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Lowell Boulevard 0.4 mi <1m
Federal Boulevard 0.3 mi <1m
West 77th Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 76 — 82.4 mi, about 1h 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brush, CO and Westminster, CO.

1

Start on Clayton Street

185 ft · 12 sec · Clayton Street
2

Turn left onto West Emerson Street

418 ft · 25 sec · West Emerson Street
3

Turn left onto CO 71

0.8 mi · 1 min · Colorado Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec
5

Merge onto I 76

82 mi · 1 hr 23 min · I 76
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 11 sec
Exit 6 Toward I 270: Limon, Boulder Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 41 sec
Toward I 270 West: Fort Collins, Boulder
8

Merge onto I 270

0.5 mi · 42 sec · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
9

Continue on US 36

2.1 mi · 2 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward US 287: Federal Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward US 287 North: Federal Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Turn straight onto US 287

0.3 mi · 39 sec · Federal Boulevard
13

Turn left onto West 80th Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · West 80th Avenue
Use the left lane.
14

Turn left onto Lowell Boulevard

0.4 mi · 44 sec · Lowell Boulevard
Use the left lane.
15

Turn right onto West 77th Avenue

0.2 mi · 41 sec · West 77th Avenue
16

Turn right onto Newton Street

114 ft · 5 sec · Newton Street
17

Arrive at destination

Newton Street

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour 35 minutes, this trip is easily completed in a single day. There are no recommended stops, and with a fuel cost estimated at $13, it's an economical choice. Leaving Brush, CO, aim to get on I 76 as soon as possible to maximize your time on the highway. Since the drive is under 100 miles, you have flexibility; however, be mindful of Denver metro traffic, especially during peak commute hours, which could extend your travel time beyond the estimated 1 hour 35 minutes.

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 44.3 miles from Brush, CO, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.4 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 19 miles or 21m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 44.3 miles or 46m 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 18m

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 Brush, CO so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Brush, CO

This is one driving day of about 88.6 miles and 1h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Brush, CO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 76 for about 82.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county seat of Adams County, Colorado, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brighton, CO

44 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Wiggins, CO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brighton, CO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 44.3 miles from Brush, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 76 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

VICTOR'S SUSHI

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brush, Colorado

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19708427740

Carrillo Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Brush, Colorado

0.2 mi

Mariana's Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Wiggins, Colorado

0.7 mi

VICTOR'S SUSHI

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Brush, Colorado

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+19708427740

Carrillo Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20

Brush, Colorado

Hours: 10 am–1:30 pm

+19708424737

Mariana's Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Wiggins, Colorado

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+19704837278

Visit website

Glassi Restaurant & Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Brush, Colorado

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+19708427722

Visit website

Fajitas Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Wiggins, Colorado

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+19704837262

McDonald's

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Brush, Colorado

Hours: 5 am–11 pm

+19708422717

Visit website

Wendy's

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv

Brush, Colorado

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+19708425959

Visit website

Santiago's Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Fort Morgan, Colorado

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+19708672214

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Commerce City, Colorado

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

7Charge Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Commerce City, Colorado

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Denver, Colorado

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Henderson, Colorado

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18889982546

Visit website

7Charge Charging Station

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour

Denver, Colorado

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18447112474

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Denver, Colorado

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

TA Express

0 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.2 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.2 mi from route

Water World

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Federal Heights, Colorado

+13034277873

Visit website

Super Smash Rooms

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Westminster, Colorado

Hours: 1–7 pm

+13035580726

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 87 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | CO 71 / Colorado Avenue

Turn left onto CO 71 / Colorado Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
8
83.6 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in

Take the exit toward I 270: Limon, Boulder

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 6 Toward I 270: Limon, Boulder
6
83.7 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 270 West: Fort Collins, Boulder

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 270 West: Fort Collins, Boulder
6
86.7 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in

Take the exit toward US 287: Federal Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 287: Federal Boulevard
8
87 mi into trip | ~1h 31m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 287 North: Federal Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 287 North: Federal Boulevard

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.35 one way

$26.70 round trip

$3.83/gal 25.4 MPG avg 31 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.05 $14.13 $28.27
premium $4.39 $15.33 $30.65
diesel $5.61 $19.56 $39.12

Estimated Tolls: $0.15

Denver–Boulder Turnpike (2.1 mi) $0.15

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 31 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26.6 0 $9.30 $4.25
Efficient EV 22.2 0 $7.75 $3.54
EV Truck/SUV 35.4 0 $12.40 $5.67

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (68% 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 18, 2026

Origin

Brush, CO

Late night in Brush on Tuesday

Local time

4:48 AM

MDT

Current temp

60°F

Sunny

NW 18 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 12:35PM MDT until April 19 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued April 18 at 12:35PM MDT until April 20 at 7:00PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO

Destination

Westminster, CO

Late night in Westminster on Tuesday

Local time

4:48 AM

MDT

Current temp

56°F

Sunny

ENE 6 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 12:35PM MDT until April 19 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued April 18 at 12:35PM MDT until April 20 at 7:00PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO

33°F

Brighton, CO

44 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

4 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 35m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the 88.6 miles spent on major roadways like I 76 and the Denver–Boulder Turnpike. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 82.4 miles on I 76, indicating a largely consistent highway experience. Expect a smooth and fast pace for the majority of your trip. While Colorado Avenue is mentioned, the overwhelming majority of this route is on high-speed interstates, offering little in the way of winding roads or scenic detours.

95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 82.4 mi on I 76.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 76 and Denver–Boulder Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CO 71 / Colorado Avenue.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88.6 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CO 71 / Colorado Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Brush, CO to Westminster, CO, road signs begin pointing toward Boulder along the way.

Boulder

83.6 mi in | ~1h 26m

About the Cities

Arriving in Westminster, CO

Full guide →

Founded 1859

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.

Top landmarks

  • • Bowles House — listed on the NRHP in Colorado

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 88.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 82.4 miles on I 76. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.15 in tolls one way, starting with Denver–Boulder Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Westminster, CO before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CO 71 / Colorado Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 83.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 83.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Westminster, CO before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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