Origin
Manitou Springs, CO
Late night in Manitou Springs on Sunday
Local time
4:23 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manitou Springs, CO to Midway, CO
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 17m
Distance
54.4 mi
88 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
★
6 AM
2h 18m
8 AM
2h 37m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 36m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manitou Springs, CO
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Midway, CO
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
Manitou Springs to Midway is 54.4 miles and takes about 2h 17m via South State Highway 67 and US 24 Business, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Colorado, connecting two points in the Mountain West region. It offers a mixed drive experience, perfect for a single-day excursion. You'll find this route provides a straightforward journey without requiring an overnight stay, making it a convenient option for a quick getaway.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
27.2 miles from Manitou Springs, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South State Highway 67 | 13.3 mi | 22m |
| US 24 Business | 12.6 mi | 19m |
| Gold Camp Road | 7.5 mi | 28m |
| US 24 | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Forest Road | 3.9 mi | 15m |
| Seven Lakes Road | 3.7 mi | 15m |
| County Road 81 | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| City Water Department Roads | 2.2 mi | 14m |
Longest stretch:
South State Highway 67
— 13.3 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manitou Springs, CO and Midway, CO.
1
Start on this road
93 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Cañon Avenue
34 ft
·
4 sec
·
Cañon Avenue
3
Turn left onto Park Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Park Avenue
4
Turn straight onto US 24 Business
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Manitou Avenue
5
Enter roundabout
79 ft
·
1 sec
6
Continue
59 ft
·
1 sec
7
Turn straight onto US 24 Business
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Manitou Avenue
8
Take the ramp onto US 24 Business
13 mi
·
19 min
·
US 24 Business
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 24; CO 67
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
US 24; CO 67
10
Turn left onto CO 67
13 mi
·
22 min
·
South State Highway 67
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto CR 81
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road 81
12
Turn left onto CR 8
7.5 mi
·
28 min
·
Gold Camp Road
13
Turn left onto Seven Lakes Road
3.7 mi
·
15 min
·
Seven Lakes Road
14
Continue on City Water Department Roads
2.2 mi
·
14 min
·
City Water Department Roads
15
Continue on Forest Road
3.9 mi
·
15 min
·
Forest Road
16
Turn straight
0.7 mi
·
4 min
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short distance of 54.4 miles and a drive time of just over two hours, this trip offers flexibility. You can depart anytime, but an early start allows for a leisurely pace. Plan for potential stops along the way, especially since there are no designated stops listed; you'll want to be mindful of fuel, with an estimated cost of $8. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a change in main road is 13.3 miles on South State Highway 67.
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 27.2 miles from Manitou Springs, CO, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.3 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 12 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.2 miles or 43m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midway, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Manitou Springs, CO so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Manitou Springs, CO
This is one driving day of about 54.4 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Manitou Springs, CO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South State Highway 67 for about 13.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 27.2 miles from Manitou 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 and 20.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Cañon Avenue
Turn right onto Cañon Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Park Avenue
Turn left onto Park Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
13.5 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 24; CO 67
Keep slight right at fork onto US 24; CO 67
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
20.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
CO 67 / South State Highway 67
Turn left onto CO 67 / South State Highway 67
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.20 one way
$16.39 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $8.68 | $17.36 |
| premium | $4.39 | $9.41 | $18.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.01 | $24.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.76 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.62 | $3.48 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Midway, CO
Late night in Midway on Sunday
Local time
4:23 AM
MDT
Current temp
42°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
22 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
2h 17m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
National Monument
Beneath a grassy mountain valley in central Colorado lies one of the richest and most diverse fossil deposits in the world. Petrified redwood stumps up to 14 feet wide and thousands of detailed fossil...
7 mi from route
~16 min detour
$10
near mile 22.5
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route features a mixed drive profile, with about 60% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on South State Highway 67, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 13.3 miles. The roads will vary, shifting from wider highway sections to potentially more winding local routes as you progress. Expect a dynamic driving experience that keeps you engaged.
60% 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: 13.3 mi on South State Highway 67.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Cañon Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 17m 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: near the start (Cañon Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 54.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.3 miles on South State Highway 67. 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: near the start (Cañon Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
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 Midway, 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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