Origin
Berthoud, CO
Evening in Berthoud on Sunday
Local time
7:45 PM
MDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Berthoud, CO to Loveland, CO
Drive Time
12m
Distance
6.6 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Loveland, CO
RDNE Stock project
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward connection between Berthoud and Loveland, this 6.6-mile trip is an efficient way to navigate the Mountain West. You can easily complete the entire journey in just 12 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budgeting is simple here, as you will likely spend no more than $1 on fuel for the duration of the drive. Because the trip is so short, you certainly do not need to worry about overnight splits or complex travel logistics. Whether you are commuting or just crossing between these two Colorado towns, the route offers a convenient, low-stress transition.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
3.3 miles from Berthoud, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience as you navigate your way between these two destinations. The route relies primarily on South Lincoln Avenue, North 1st Street, and North 4th Street to guide you through the local landscape. Only about 10% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on highway-style driving, so keep your eyes on the road as you handle the frequent turns. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 3.3 miles while traveling on South Lincoln Avenue. Overall, the road feels more like a standard town-to-town transit than a high-speed interstate haul.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Lincoln Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 3.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North 4th Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 12m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (Water Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (North 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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North 4th Street
Turn left onto North 4th Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Water Avenue
Turn right onto Water Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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North 1st Street
Turn left onto North 1st Street
Navigation decision point
3
2.5 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 287 / South Highway 287
Merge onto US 287 / South Highway 287
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
6.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
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East 6th Street
Turn left onto East 6th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Lincoln Avenue | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| North 1st Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North 4th Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Highway 287 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Water Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East 6th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lake Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Lincoln Avenue
— 3.3 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berthoud, CO and Loveland, CO.
1
Start on Lake Avenue
335 ft
·
19 sec
·
Lake Avenue
2
Turn left onto North 4th Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North 4th Street
3
Turn right onto Water Avenue
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Water Avenue
4
Turn left onto North 1st Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1st Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
6
Merge onto US 287
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
·
South Highway 287
7
Continue on US 287
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
South Lincoln Avenue
Use the none lane.
8
Turn left onto East 6th Street
501 ft
·
23 sec
·
East 6th Street
9
Arrive at destination
East 6th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 12-minute hop, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time and pace. You will not need to plan for any scheduled stops, though staying alert for the frequent turns is a priority given the local road profile. Because the fuel cost is minimal at roughly $1, you can focus your energy on navigating the transitions between South Lincoln Avenue and the local streets. Use the short duration to your advantage by planning your arrival to coincide with your specific needs in Loveland. A helpful tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between North 1st and North 4th Street before you leave to ensure a smooth, turn-by-turn transition.
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 3.3 miles from Berthoud, CO, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.3 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 6.6 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.3 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Loveland, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Berthoud, CO so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Berthoud, CO
This is one driving day of about 6.6 miles and 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Berthoud, CO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on South Lincoln Avenue for about 3.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.3 mi from Berthoud, CO · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
3 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 6.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.3 miles from Berthoud, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Loveland, CO
The final approach into Loveland, CO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Loveland, CO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.00 one way
$2.00 round trip
$3.85/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.08 | $1.06 | $2.12 |
| premium | $4.43 | $1.15 | $2.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.47 | $2.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.69 | $0.32 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.58 | $0.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Loveland, CO
Evening in Loveland on Sunday
Local time
7:45 PM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
36°F
Windsor, CO
3 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
12m 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 Berthoud, CO to Loveland, CO covers 6.6 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Lincoln Avenue, North 1st Street, North 4th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.3 miles from Berthoud, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.00 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 is a straightforward 12m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (Water Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (North 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Berthoud, CO to Loveland, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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