Origin
Littleton, CO
Late night in Littleton on Sunday
Local time
4:00 AM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Littleton, CO to Colorado Springs, 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 15m
Distance
64.8 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Littleton, CO
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Trip Overview
Connecting Littleton to Colorado Springs is a straightforward 64.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Because this trip is so quick, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion rather than an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-25, CO-470, and the Monument Valley Freeway, making it a very efficient connection within the Mountain West region. Budgeting approximately $10 for fuel should cover your needs for this direct transit. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, the route is designed for speed and reliability, allowing you to reach your destination without the hassle of a long-haul trek.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 25 | 45.7 mi | 47m |
| Monument Valley Freeway | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| CO 470 | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| South Broadway | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| West Littleton Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| East Kiowa Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West Alamo Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Kiowa Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 25
— 45.7 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Littleton, CO and Colorado Springs, CO.
1
Start on this road
35 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
157 ft
·
16 sec
3
Turn left onto South Nevada Street
190 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Nevada Street
4
Turn left onto West Alamo Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Alamo Avenue
5
Continue on West Littleton Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Littleton Boulevard
6
Turn slight right
197 ft
·
8 sec
7
Turn straight onto South Broadway
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South Broadway
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward CO 470 East
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto CO 470
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
CO 470
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
Exit 26
Toward I 25 North, I 25 South: Denver, Colorado Springs
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 26
Toward I 25 South: Colorado Springs
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 25
46 mi
·
47 min
·
I 25
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 25
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Monument Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 142
Toward Bijou Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
495 ft
·
14 sec
Toward I 25: Downtown
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Turn left onto West Bijou Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Bijou Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
17
Continue on West Kiowa Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Kiowa Street
18
Continue on East Kiowa Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Kiowa Street
19
Turn right onto North Weber Street
490 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Weber Street
20
Turn right onto East Pikes Peak Avenue
422 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Pikes Peak Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
East Pikes Peak Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.4 miles from Littleton, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 5.1 and 63.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Turn left toward CO 470 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward CO 470 East
6
11.3 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward I 25 North, I 25 South: Denver, Colorado Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 26
Toward I 25 North, I 25 South: Denver, Colorado...
8
11.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 25 South: Colorado Springs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 26
Toward I 25 South: Colorado Springs
7
63.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward Bijou Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 142
Toward Bijou Street
8
63.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 25: Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 25: Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.76 one way
$19.53 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $10.34 | $20.67 |
| premium | $4.39 | $11.21 | $22.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.31 | $28.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.80 | $3.11 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.67 | $2.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.07 | $4.15 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Colorado Springs, CO
Late night in Colorado Springs on Sunday
Local time
4:00 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°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
3 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 15m 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 focused highway experience, as 89% of this route consists of high-speed transit. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-25, which features a 45.7-mile stretch that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the drive. The transition between the Littleton area and Colorado Springs is dominated by interstate travel, prioritizing utility over scenic backroads. While you will encounter a mix of highway environments, the road maintains a consistent, fast-paced character throughout the 1-hour and 15-minute duration. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.7 mi on I 25.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 25 and Monument Valley Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.8 miles you will encounter 14 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 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 64.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.7 miles on I 25. 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 Colorado Springs, 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 5.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Colorado Springs, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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