If you are planning a trip from Westminster to Delta, prepare for a 278.1-mile journey that typically takes about 5 hours and 21 minutes to complete. While this trek is manageable as a single-day excursion, the duration makes it a full day behind the wheel, so plan your schedule accordingly. You will start your trip using local roads like West 76th Avenue and Sheridan Boulevard before transitioning onto I-76 West. Budgeting approximately $42 for fuel is a smart move for this Mountain West transit. Since you are staying within Colorado, the transition is straightforward, but the length suggests you should be ready for a solid day of travel rather than a quick afternoon jaunt.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
139 miles from Westminster, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
232.9 mi
4h 18m
US 50
20.9 mi
26m
United States Highway 50
11.7 mi
14m
32 Road
5.4 mi
9m
Sheridan Boulevard
2.5 mi
4m
I 70 BUS
1.8 mi
3m
Heartland Expressway
1.3 mi
1m
West 76th Avenue
0.8 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 232.9 mi, about 4h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westminster, CO and Delta, CO.
1
Start on Newton Street
0.1 mi·35 sec·Newton Street
2
Turn right onto West 76th Avenue
0.8 mi·2 min·West 76th Avenue
3
Turn left onto CO 95
2.5 mi·4 min·Sheridan Boulevard
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 76 West
5
Merge onto I 76
1.3 mi·1 min·Heartland Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 70
233 mi·4 hr 18 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto I 70 BUS
1.6 mi·2 min·I 70 BUS
Exit 37Toward I 70 Business, US 6, US 50: Clifton, Grand Junction, DeltaUse the left lane.
8
Continue on I 70 BUS; US 6
0.2 mi·31 sec·I 70 BUS; US 6
9
Turn left onto CO 141
5.4 mi·9 min·32 Road
Use the left lane.
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 50; CO 141
12 mi·14 min·United States Highway 50
Toward DeltaUse the left lane.
11
Continue on US 50
16 mi·18 min·US 50
12
Continue on US 50
4.9 mi·7 min·US 50
13
Turn left onto East 3rd Street
0.1 mi·19 sec·East 3rd Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right
283 ft·20 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, aim to depart early in the morning to account for the turn-heavy nature of the local roads. Since the trip takes over five hours, pacing yourself with at least one planned stop is essential to maintain your focus. Check your tire pressure and fluid levels before you leave, as the technical demands of local roads can be more taxing on a vehicle than smooth interstate travel. Given the $42 fuel estimate, it is wise to fill up before you hit the more rural stretches of your path to avoid unpredictable station availability. Remember that because this is a shorter, single-day route, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected traffic on the local segments.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 139 miles from Westminster, CO, or about 2h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 232.9 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 61 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 139 miles or 2h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Delta, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Westminster, CO so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Westminster, CO
This is one driving day of about 278.1 miles and 5h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Westminster, CO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 232.9 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 277.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1 mi into trip|~2m in|CO 95 / Sheridan Boulevard
Turn left onto CO 95 / Sheridan Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.9 mi into trip|~7m in|I 76 / Heartland Expressway
Merge onto I 76 / Heartland Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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238.1 mi into trip|~4h 27m in|I 70 BUS
Take the exit onto I 70 BUS toward I 70 Business, US 6, US 50: Clifton, Grand Junction, Delta
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 37
Toward I 70 Business, US 6, US 50: Clifton, Gra...
7
245.3 mi into trip|~4h 40m in|US 50; CO 141 / United States Highway 50
At end of road, turn left onto US 50; CO 141 / United States Highway 50 toward Delta
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Delta
6
277.9 mi into trip|~5h 20m in|East 3rd Street
Turn left onto East 3rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.90 one way
$83.80 round trip
$3.83/gal25.4 MPG avg97 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.05
$44.36
$88.73
premium
$4.39
$48.11
$96.22
diesel
$5.61
$61.40
$122.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
83.4
1
$29.20
$13.35
Efficient EV
69.5
0
$24.33
$11.12
EV Truck/SUV
111.2
1
$38.93
$17.80
Gas CO2
97 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Westminster, CO
Evening
in Westminster on Saturday
Local time
7:24 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Delta, CO
Evening
in Delta on Saturday
Local time
7:24 PM
MDT
Current temp
78°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
32 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
5h 21m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share according to our data. Navigating through local streets requires more attention than a standard highway trek, making the experience feel more engaged and less like a mindless commute. Because the route relies on local roads, you will experience a consistent rhythm of turns and junctions throughout the 278.1 miles. This setup means the road's personality is defined by its technical nature rather than high-speed straightaways. Be prepared to stay alert, as the lack of long, uninterrupted highway stretches means you will be actively driving for the entire 5-hour and 21-minute duration.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 232.9 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and US 50. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near CO 95 / Sheridan Boulevard.
Driving Effort5/10
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 278.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 1 miles (CO 95 / Sheridan Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (I 76 / Heartland Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 238.1 miles (I 70 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Westminster, CO to Delta, CO, road signs begin pointing toward Grand Junction along the way.
Westminster is a city of about 115,000 in the Denver Metropolitan Area of the western U.S. state of Colorado. The city lies northwest of Denver in Adams and Jefferson counties.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 21m. Total distance: 278.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 232.9 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (CO 95 / Sheridan Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (I 76 / Heartland Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 238.1 miles (I 70 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Delta, CO before the return drive.
