Origin
Arvada, CO
Night in Arvada on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arvada, CO to Sheridan, CO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
27m
Distance
14.6 mi
23 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arvada, CO
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Sheridan, CO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Arvada, CO to Sheridan, CO covers 14.6 miles and takes about 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Federal Boulevard, North Wadsworth Boulevard, West 6th Avenue Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.4 miles on North Federal Boulevard. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.20 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
7.3 miles from Arvada, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 27m drive with frequent turns across 14.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Federal Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 5.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Ammons Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 14.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 (Ammons Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Allison Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.6 miles (CO 121 / Wadsworth Bypass): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Ammons Street
Turn right onto Ammons Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Allison Street
At end of road, turn right onto Allison Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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CO 121 / Wadsworth Bypass
Turn right onto CO 121 / Wadsworth Bypass
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
8.9 mi into trip
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~16m in
Take the exit toward CO 88: Federal Boulevard, Bryant Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward CO 88: Federal Boulevard, Bryant Street
6
9.2 mi into trip
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~17m in
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CO 88 / North Federal Boulevard
Turn right onto CO 88 / North Federal Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Federal Boulevard | 5.4 mi | 10m |
| North Wadsworth Boulevard | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| West 6th Avenue Freeway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Wadsworth Bypass | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Ralston Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Allison Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Ammons Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Federal Boulevard | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Federal Boulevard
— 5.4 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arvada, CO and Sheridan, CO.
1
Start on this road
41 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Ammons Street
58 ft
·
7 sec
·
Ammons Street
3
Turn left
313 ft
·
25 sec
4
At end of road, turn right onto Allison Street
172 ft
·
13 sec
·
Allison Street
5
Turn left onto Ralston Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Ralston Road
6
Turn right onto CO 121
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Wadsworth Bypass
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on CO 121
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
North Wadsworth Boulevard
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 6 East: Denver
9
Merge onto US 6
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
West 6th Avenue Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward CO 88: Federal Boulevard, Bryant Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto CO 88
5.4 mi
·
10 min
·
North Federal Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
CO 88
Trip Plan
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 7.3 miles from Arvada, CO, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.4 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 14.6 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.3 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sheridan, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Arvada, CO.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arvada, CO
This is one driving day of about 14.6 miles and 27m.
At 14.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on North Federal Boulevard for about 5.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.3 mi from Arvada, CO · 14m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.3 miles from Arvada, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sheridan, CO
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Sheridan, CO if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.20 one way
$4.40 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $2.33 | $4.66 |
| premium | $4.39 | $2.53 | $5.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.22 | $6.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.28 | $0.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Sheridan, CO
Night in Sheridan on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
78°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
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
27m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Arvada, CO to Sheridan, CO covers 14.6 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Federal Boulevard, North Wadsworth Boulevard, West 6th Avenue Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.3 miles from Arvada, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.20 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 14.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Ammons Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Allison Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.6 miles (CO 121 / Wadsworth Bypass): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Arvada, CO to Sheridan, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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