Origin
Aurora, CO
Night in Aurora on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Aurora, CO to Littleton, CO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
26m
Distance
17 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aurora, CO
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Littleton, CO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Aurora, CO to Littleton, CO covers 17 miles and takes about 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Zion Street, Vaughn Street, East 6th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.56 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
8.5 miles from Aurora, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 26m drive with frequent turns across 17 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Zion Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Aurora, CO to Littleton, CO is easy. At 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Aurora, CO to Littleton, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Zion Street | — | — |
| Vaughn Street | — | — |
| East 6th Avenue | — | — |
| I 225 South | — | — |
| I 25 South | — | — |
| CO 88 | — | — |
| East Belleview Avenue | — | — |
| South Broadway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Zion Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora, CO and Littleton, CO.
1
Start on North Vaughn Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
North Vaughn Street
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Zion Street
509 ft
·
27 sec
·
North Zion Street
3
Turn left onto Vaughn Street
256 ft
·
18 sec
·
Vaughn Street
4
Turn left onto East 6th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
East 6th Avenue
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 225 South
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 225 South
6
Merge slight left
8.3 mi
·
9 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 25 South: Colorado Springs
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 25 South: Colorado Springs
8
Keep slight right to continue on CO 88: Belleview Avenue
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
CO 88: Belleview Avenue
9
Turn right onto East Belleview Avenue
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
East Belleview Avenue
10
Turn left onto South Broadway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Broadway
11
Turn right onto West Littleton Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Littleton Boulevard
12
Continue on West Main Street
502 ft
·
18 sec
·
West Main Street
13
Turn left onto South Prince Street
174 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Prince Street
14
Turn right
154 ft
·
13 sec
15
Turn right
36 ft
·
3 sec
16
Arrive at your destination
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 8.5 miles from Aurora, CO, or about 13m into the drive.
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 17 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.5 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Littleton, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Aurora, CO.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Aurora, CO
This is one driving day of about 17 miles and 26m.
At 17 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.5 mi from Aurora, CO · 13m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.5 miles from Aurora, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Littleton, CO
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Littleton, 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
$2.56 one way
$5.12 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $2.71 | $5.42 |
| premium | $4.39 | $2.94 | $5.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.75 | $7.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.82 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.49 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Littleton, CO
Night in Littleton on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
47°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
26m 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 Aurora, CO to Littleton, CO covers 17 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Zion Street, Vaughn Street, East 6th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.5 miles from Aurora, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.56 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.
The drive from Aurora, CO to Littleton, CO is easy. At 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Aurora, CO to Littleton, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Aurora, CO to Littleton, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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