Origin
Penrose, CO
Late night in Penrose on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Penrose, 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
48m
Distance
33.8 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Penrose, CO
Steve A Johnson
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward connection between Penrose and Colorado Springs, this 33.8-mile journey is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 48 minutes behind the wheel, making it a highly manageable trek within the Mountain West region. Navigating this route is simple, as you will primarily rely on CO 115, transitioning into South Weber Street and Grant Street as you reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of just $5, it is an economical choice for a quick transition between these two Colorado locations. Because the trip is short, you do not need to worry about an overnight stay, allowing you the flexibility to complete the drive in a single outing.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CO 115 | 32.8 mi | 45m |
| South Weber Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Grant Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 4th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Cimarron Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Pikes Peak Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CO 115
— 32.8 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Penrose, CO and Colorado Springs, CO.
1
Start on Grant Street
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Grant Street
2
Turn left onto 4th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
4th Avenue
3
Turn sharp right onto CO 115
33 mi
·
45 min
·
CO 115
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto East Cimarron Street
489 ft
·
21 sec
·
East Cimarron Street
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto South Weber Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Weber Street
6
Turn left onto East Pikes Peak Avenue
422 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Pikes Peak Avenue
7
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
17 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 33.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.9 miles from Penrose, 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 33.7 — 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
|
4th Avenue
Turn left onto 4th Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CO 115
Turn sharp right onto CO 115
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
33.1 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
East Cimarron Street
Turn right onto East Cimarron Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
33.2 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
South Weber Street
Turn left onto South Weber Street
Navigation decision point
4
33.7 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
East Pikes Peak Avenue
Turn left onto East Pikes Peak Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.09 one way
$10.19 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $5.39 | $10.78 |
| premium | $4.39 | $5.85 | $11.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.46 | $14.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.55 | $1.62 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.96 | $1.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
3:56 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
2 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
48m 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?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 97% of your travel occurring on higher-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm early on, as the route features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 32.8 miles along CO 115. Because the vast majority of the mileage is highway-based, the drive moves quickly and lacks the technical complexity of local surface streets until you reach the final approach. Expect a consistent, efficient pace that prioritizes direct travel over stop-and-go traffic. Being behind the wheel here feels functional and direct, providing a seamless transition from the rural character of Penrose into the urban environment of Colorado Springs.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.8 mi on CO 115.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CO 115 and South Weber Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near 4th Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Penrose, CO to Colorado Springs, CO is easy. At 48m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (4th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (CO 115): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.1 miles (East Cimarron Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 33.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.8 miles on CO 115. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (4th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (CO 115): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.1 miles (East Cimarron Street): 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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