Weekend Drives from Thornton, CO
Routes
6
Avg Distance
98 mi
Avg Drive
1h 59m
Destinations
6
If you're looking for a drive that doesn't eat your whole weekend, Thornton, CO delivers. 7 mapped routes, 7 unique destinations, and an average drive of 103 miles — close enough to leave after breakfast and be back for dinner.
Planning Tips
- Leave early on Saturday to beat traffic out of Thornton, CO — the first hour often determines the whole drive's mood.
- Pack snacks and water even for short drives. A 2-hour drive with a good stop becomes a 3-hour experience.
- Check fuel prices at your destination versus Thornton, CO — sometimes filling up before you leave saves more than you'd expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 7 mapped routes from Thornton, CO that are between 1 and 4 hours of driving, covering 7 unique destinations. Average distance is about 103 miles one way.
Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.
All Weekend Drives
Thornton, CO → Laporte, CO
60.2 mi
1h 13m
Score: 7/10
Thornton, CO → Pierce, CO
66.8 mi
1h 24m
Score: 7/10
Thornton, CO → Brush, CO
84.3 mi
1h 31m
Score: 7/10
Thornton, CO → Breckenridge, CO
87.4 mi
1h 57m
Score: 7/10
Thornton, CO → Cañon City, CO
125.2 mi
2h 38m
Score: 8/10
Thornton, CO → Holyoke, CO
166.3 mi
3h 12m
Score: 8/10