If you are planning to travel from Greeley to Brush, expect a straightforward 63.8-mile trek that takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it connects two communities within the Mountain West region without requiring an overnight stay. You can anticipate a budget of roughly $10 for fuel, making it a very economical route. Because the drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule, whether you are heading out for work or a quick visit. It is a practical, no-fuss journey that keeps you moving efficiently through the Colorado landscape.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.9 miles from Greeley, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Highway 34
25.9 mi
41m
I 76
22.7 mi
22m
US Highway 34
6.5 mi
10m
18th Street
2.7 mi
4m
County Road 49
1.9 mi
2m
10th Street
1.1 mi
1m
East 18th Street
1 mi
1m
8th Avenue
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Highway 34
— 25.9 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greeley, CO and Brush, CO.
1
Start on 19th Avenue
262 ft·18 sec·19th Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 34 Business
0.1 mi·16 sec·9th Street
3
Turn left onto 21st Avenue
495 ft·29 sec·21st Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 34 Business
1.1 mi·1 min·10th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Turn right onto US 34 Business; US 85 Business
0.9 mi·1 min·8th Avenue
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto US 34 Business
2.7 mi·4 min·18th Street
Use the left lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto East 18th Street
0.2 mi·12 sec·East 18th Street
8
Continue on East 18th Street
0.9 mi·1 min·East 18th Street
9
Turn right onto CR 49
1.9 mi·2 min·County Road 49
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto US 34
26 mi·41 min·Highway 34
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 34
6.5 mi·10 min·US Highway 34
Use the straight lane.
12
Merge onto I 76
23 mi·22 min·I 76
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward CO 71: Brush, Snyder
14
Turn right onto CO 71
0.5 mi·1 min·Colorado Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto Howard Street
398 ft·15 sec·Howard Street
16
Turn left onto Clayton Street
0.1 mi·15 sec·Clayton Street
17
Arrive at destination
Clayton Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1-hour and 30-minute trip, you do not need to worry about complex pacing or overnight planning. Given the lack of scheduled stops in the data, try to handle your fueling and restroom needs before you depart Greeley to ensure a seamless drive to Brush. Because the majority of your time is spent on highways, stay alert for changing speed limits as you move between local stretches and the interstate. Use the flexibility of this short duration to choose a departure time that avoids peak traffic hours, ensuring your travel remains as efficient as possible.
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 31.9 miles from Greeley, CO, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.9 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 14 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.9 miles or 51m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brush, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greeley, CO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Greeley, CO
This is one driving day of about 63.8 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Greeley, CO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Highway 34 for about 25.9 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 63 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|US 34 Business / 10th Street
Turn left onto US 34 Business / 10th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
1.3 mi into trip|~3m in|US 34 Business; US 85 Business / 8th Avenue
Turn right onto US 34 Business; US 85 Business / 8th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
2.2 mi into trip|~4m in|US 34 Business / 18th Street
Turn left onto US 34 Business / 18th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
7.8 mi into trip|~12m in|US 34 / Highway 34
Turn left onto US 34 / Highway 34
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
63 mi into trip|~1h 28m in|CO 71 / Colorado Avenue
Turn right onto CO 71 / Colorado Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.61 one way
$19.23 round trip
$3.83/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.05
$10.18
$20.36
premium
$4.39
$11.04
$22.07
diesel
$5.61
$14.09
$28.17
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.1
0
$6.70
$3.06
Efficient EV
16
0
$5.58
$2.55
EV Truck/SUV
25.5
0
$8.93
$4.08
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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 15, 2026
Origin
Greeley, CO
Late night
in Greeley on Sunday
Local time
1:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brush, CO
Late night
in Brush on Sunday
Local time
1:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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 30m 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 highway-focused experience, as 86% of this route is comprised of fast-paced roads. You will rely on a combination of Highway 34, I-76, and US Highway 34 to complete the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 25.9-mile segment on Highway 34, which allows for steady, consistent driving. Transitioning between these main arteries defines the personality of the trip, shifting from regional highways to the interstate system. Overall, the road feels functional and direct, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding, technical terrain.
86% 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: 25.9 mi on Highway 34.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Highway 34 and I 76. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 34 Business / 10th Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.8 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 0.3 miles (US 34 Business / 10th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (US 34 Business; US 85 Business / 8th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (US 34 Business / 18th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 63.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.9 miles on Highway 34. 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 Brush, 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 0.3 miles (US 34 Business / 10th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (US 34 Business; US 85 Business / 8th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (US 34 Business / 18th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brush, CO before heading back.
