Origin
Aurora, CO
Evening in Aurora on Wednesday
Local time
5:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Aurora, CO to Sherrelwood, CO
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
23m
Distance
14.2 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 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
★
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Aurora, CO to Sherrelwood, CO covers 14.2 miles and takes about 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Toledo Street, East 10th Avenue, North Potomac Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.14 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
7.1 miles from Aurora, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 23m drive with frequent turns across 14.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Toledo 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 Sherrelwood, CO is easy. At 23m 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 Sherrelwood, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Toledo Street | — | — |
| East 10th Avenue | — | — |
| North Potomac Street | — | — |
| North Fitzsimons Parkway | — | — |
| East 17th Place | — | — |
| I 225 North | — | — |
| I 70 West | — | — |
| Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Toledo Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora, CO and Sherrelwood, CO.
1
Start on North Vaughn Street
79 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Vaughn Street
2
Turn right onto Toledo Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Toledo Street
3
Turn slight right onto East 10th Avenue
256 ft
·
16 sec
·
East 10th Avenue
4
Turn left onto North Potomac Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Potomac Street
5
Continue on North Fitzsimons Parkway
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
North Fitzsimons Parkway
6
Turn right onto East 17th Place
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
East 17th Place
7
Take the ramp left toward I 225 North
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
I 225 North
8
Merge slight left
1.1 mi
·
1 min
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Denver
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70 West: Denver
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Denver
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 70 West: Denver
11
Merge slight left onto Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway
12
Keep slight right to continue on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
13
Continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Denver–Boulder Turnpike
14
Take the exit slight right toward CO 224 East: Broadway
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
CO 224 East: Broadway
15
Keep slight right to continue on Broadway north, Greenwood Boulevard
272 ft
·
8 sec
·
Broadway north, Greenwood Boulevard
16
Turn straight onto Broadway
246 ft
·
9 sec
·
Broadway
17
Continue on Greenwood Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Greenwood Boulevard
18
Turn left onto Elder Street
440 ft
·
19 sec
·
Elder Street
19
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 7.1 miles from Aurora, CO, or about 11m 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 14 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.1 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sherrelwood, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Aurora, CO.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Aurora, CO
This is one driving day of about 14.2 miles and 23m.
At 14.2 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 7.1 mi from Aurora, CO · 11m into the drive
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 7.1 miles from Aurora, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sherrelwood, CO
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Sherrelwood, 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
$2.14 one way
$4.28 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $2.27 | $4.53 |
| premium | $4.39 | $2.46 | $4.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.14 | $6.27 |
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 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.49 | $0.68 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.24 | $0.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
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
Sherrelwood, CO
Evening in Sherrelwood on Wednesday
Local time
5:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
23m 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 Sherrelwood, CO covers 14.2 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Toledo Street, East 10th Avenue, North Potomac Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.1 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 $2.14 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 Sherrelwood, CO is easy. At 23m 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 Sherrelwood, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Aurora, CO to Sherrelwood, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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