Origin
Colorado Springs, CO
Late night in Colorado Springs on Sunday
Local time
4:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colorado Springs, CO to Dove Valley, CO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
56.1 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dove Valley, CO
Regan Dsouza
Trip Overview
This 56.1-mile drive from Colorado Springs to Dove Valley, Colorado, is a straightforward, single-day adventure that takes about 1 hour and 4 minutes to complete. You'll primarily navigate using the Ronald Reagan Highway, Monument Valley Freeway, and Peoria Street, with only about 11% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $8, making it an economical option. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing you flexibility in your schedule. Both the origin and destination are within the Mountain West region, so you won't be crossing significant geographical divides.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald Reagan Highway | 43.7 mi | 45m |
| Monument Valley Freeway | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| Peoria Street | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| South Potomac Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East County Line Road | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| RidgeGate Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Bijou Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Pikes Peak Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ronald Reagan Highway
— 43.7 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colorado Springs, CO and Dove Valley, CO.
1
Start on East Pikes Peak Avenue
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Pikes Peak Avenue
2
Turn right onto North Cascade Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
North Cascade Avenue
3
Turn left onto West Bijou Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Bijou Street
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 25
5
Merge onto I 25
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Monument Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 25
44 mi
·
45 min
·
Ronald Reagan Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 192
Toward Ridge Gate Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward Eastbound RidgeGate Parkway
Use the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto RidgeGate Parkway
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
RidgeGate Parkway
10
Turn left onto Peoria Street
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Peoria Street
11
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
12
Turn slight right onto East County Line Road
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
East County Line Road
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on South Potomac Street
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
South Potomac Street
14
Turn left onto South Potomac Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Potomac Street
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
South Potomac Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28 miles from Colorado Springs, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 50.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Cascade Avenue
Turn right onto North Cascade Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
West Bijou Street
Turn left onto West Bijou Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 25 / Monument Valley Freeway
Merge onto I 25 / Monument Valley Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
50.4 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward Ridge Gate Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 192
Toward Ridge Gate Parkway
7
50.8 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Eastbound RidgeGate Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Eastbound RidgeGate Parkway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.45 one way
$16.91 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $8.95 | $17.90 |
| premium | $4.39 | $9.70 | $19.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.39 | $24.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.89 | $2.69 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.91 | $2.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.85 | $3.59 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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.
Destination
Dove Valley, CO
Late night in Dove Valley on Sunday
Local time
4:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 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
1h 4m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for most of this 56.1-mile stretch, with the bulk of your travel, a significant 43.7 miles, occurring on the Ronald Reagan Highway. While only 11% of this route is on highways, the remaining portion consists of local roads that will require your attention. The character of the drive shifts from more open highway segments to more intricate local navigation as you approach Dove Valley. You'll experience a mix of driving conditions, so staying alert is key to a smooth journey.
Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.7 mi on Ronald Reagan Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near North Cascade Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.2 miles (North Cascade Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (West Bijou Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (I 25 / Monument Valley Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 56.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.7 miles on Ronald Reagan Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Dove Valley, 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 0.2 miles (North Cascade Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (West Bijou Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (I 25 / Monument Valley Freeway): 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 Dove Valley, 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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