Origin
Woodland Park, CO
Late night in Woodland Park on Sunday
Local time
5:57 AM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodland Park, CO to Pueblo, 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 14m
Distance
61.6 mi
99 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodland Park, CO
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Pueblo, CO
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Woodland Park to Pueblo is a straightforward 61.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, you can easily complete it as a simple day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will traverse the Mountain West, shifting from the elevated terrain of Woodland Park toward the plains of Pueblo. Budgeting approximately $9 for fuel covers the trip comfortably. This route relies on a combination of the Ronald Reagan Highway, US 24, and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway to move you between these two Colorado hubs. It is a practical connection if you are looking to transition between these areas efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald Reagan Highway | 22.9 mi | 23m |
| US 24 | 18.2 mi | 27m |
| John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway | 12.9 mi | 12m |
| North Freeway | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Monument Valley Freeway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| South West Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ronald Reagan Highway
— 22.9 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodland Park, CO and Pueblo, CO.
1
Start on this road
67 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn sharp left onto South West Street
105 ft
·
4 sec
·
South West Street
3
Turn right onto US 24
18 mi
·
27 min
·
US 24
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit onto US 24
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 24
Toward I 25 South, US 24: Pueblo
5
Merge onto I 25; US 24
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Monument Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 25; US 24
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
Ronald Reagan Highway
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 25
23 mi
·
23 min
·
Ronald Reagan Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 25
13 mi
·
12 min
·
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 25
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 100B
Toward 29th Street
11
Merge onto I 25; US 50
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Freeway
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
Exit 99B
Toward 13th Street
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
this road
14
Merge onto I 25; US 50 Bus
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Freeway
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
107 ft
·
2 sec
Toward Abriendo Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Toward Abriendo Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 30.8 miles from Woodland Park, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 59.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South West Street
Turn sharp left onto South West Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 24
Turn right onto US 24
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
5
18 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
US 24
Take the exit onto US 24 toward I 25 South, US 24: Pueblo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 25 South, US 24: Pueblo
6
20 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 25 / Ronald Reagan Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 25 / Ronald Reagan Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
59.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward 13th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 99B
Toward 13th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.28 one way
$18.56 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $9.83 | $19.65 |
| premium | $4.39 | $10.66 | $21.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.60 | $27.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.6 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 | 18.5 | 0 | $6.47 | $2.96 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.39 | $2.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.62 | $3.94 |
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.
Destination
Pueblo, CO
Late night in Pueblo on Sunday
Local time
5:57 AM
MDT
Current temp
80°F
Sunny
SW 10 to 20 mph
0% chance
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
14 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 14m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This 61.6-mile route offers a mixed driving experience that evolves as you transition between highways. You will spend about 41% of your time on highways, providing a blend of speed and local navigation. The longest uninterrupted section occurs on the Ronald Reagan Highway, where you can settle into a 22.9-mile stretch of consistent driving. Expect the road's personality to shift from the regional roads near Woodland Park to the more structured flow of the John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway as you approach Pueblo. It is an uncomplicated, functional drive that moves you steadily across the Colorado landscape.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.9 mi on Ronald Reagan Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South West Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.6 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (South West Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; near the start (US 24): Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles (US 24): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving in Pueblo, CO
Full guide →Pueblo, also known as the Steel City or Home of the Heroes, is a city of about 112,000 people in the Eastern Plains of Colorado. It is on the confluence of the Arkansas River and Fountain Creek.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 61.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.9 miles on Ronald Reagan Highway. 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 Pueblo, 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: near the start (South West Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; near the start (US 24): Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles (US 24): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pueblo, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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