Trip from Broomfield, CO to Delta, CO

Drive Time

5h 30m

Distance

284.4 mi

458 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 17m ★

6 AM

5h 31m

8 AM

5h 57m

10 AM

5h 40m

12 PM

5h 37m

3 PM

5h 41m

5 PM

5h 56m

8 PM

5h 23m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Broomfield, CO

Anastasia Shuraeva

Delta, CO

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Broomfield to Delta covers 284.4 miles across the Colorado Mountain West, making for a substantial journey that takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes. While it is possible to complete this drive in a single day, be prepared for a solid block of time behind the wheel. You should budget about $43 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the route is entirely contained within the state of Colorado, you will remain within the same regional climate, though elevation changes are significant. This trip works best as a straightforward, one-day transit, allowing you to reach your destination by evening without needing an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

142.2 miles from Broomfield, CO

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 43m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 96% of the journey spent on major routes like I-70 and US-50. You will spend the vast majority of your time on a long, 232.9-mile stretch along I-70, which serves as the primary artery for the first leg of your travel. Expect a fast-paced environment as you navigate these high-speed corridors before transitioning onto the secondary highways that lead you toward Delta. The driving experience is consistent and efficient, prioritizing speed and directness over technical, winding backroads. Overall, it is a high-utility drive designed to move you across the state with minimal deviation.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 232.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and US 50. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 3rd Avenue.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 284.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 3rd Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West 3rd Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto West 3rd Avenue

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in

Keep slight left at fork toward CO 121 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward CO 121 South

1 mi into trip | ~2m in

Turn left toward US 36 East: Denver

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward US 36 East: Denver

244.4 mi into trip | ~4h 36m in | I 70 BUS

Take the exit onto I 70 BUS toward I 70 Business, US 6, US 50: Clifton, Grand Junction, Delta

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none lane. Exit 37 Toward I 70 Business, US 6, US 50: Clifton, Gra...

251.6 mi into trip | ~4h 49m in | US 50; CO 141 / United States Highway 50

At end of road, turn left onto US 50; CO 141 / United States Highway 50 toward Delta

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward Delta

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Broomfield, CO to Delta, CO, road signs begin pointing toward Grand Junction along the way.

Grand Junction

244.4 mi in | ~4h 36m | via I 70 BUS

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 70	232.9 mi	4h 18m
US 50	20.9 mi	26m
United States Highway 50	11.7 mi	14m
32 Road	5.4 mi	9m
Sheridan Boulevard	4.3 mi	7m
Denver–Boulder Turnpike	3.9 mi	4m
I 70 BUS	1.8 mi	3m
Heartland Expressway	1.3 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 70 — 232.9 mi, about 4h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Broomfield, CO and Delta, CO.

Start on this road

192 ft · 16 sec · this road

At end of road, turn right onto West 3rd Avenue

273 ft · 19 sec · West 3rd Avenue

Turn left onto Nickel Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Nickel Street

Turn right onto US 287

140 ft · 3 sec · US 287

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Toward CO 121 South

Turn straight onto CO 121

0.4 mi · 1 min · CO 121

Use the none lane.

Turn left

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward US 36 East: Denver Use the left lane.

Merge onto US 36

1.2 mi · 1 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike

Keep slight right at fork onto US 36

1.9 mi · 2 min · Denver–Boulder Turnpike

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 36

0.8 mi · 53 sec · Denver–Boulder Turnpike

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Toward CO 95 South: Sheridan Boulevard Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto CO 95

4.3 mi · 7 min · Sheridan Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Toward I 76 West

Merge onto I 76

1.3 mi · 1 min · Heartland Expressway

Use the none / straight / right lanes.

Merge onto I 70

233 mi · 4 hr 18 min · I 70

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto I 70 BUS

1.6 mi · 2 min · I 70 BUS

Exit 37 Toward I 70 Business, US 6, US 50: Clifton, Grand Junction, Delta Use the none lane.

Continue on I 70 BUS; US 6

0.2 mi · 31 sec · I 70 BUS; US 6

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto CO 141

5.4 mi · 9 min · 32 Road

Use the left lane.

At end of road, turn left onto US 50; CO 141

12 mi · 14 min · United States Highway 50

Toward Delta Use the left lane.

Continue on US 50

16 mi · 18 min · US 50

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 50

4.9 mi · 7 min · US 50

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto East 3rd Street

0.1 mi · 19 sec · East 3rd Street

Use the left lane.

Turn right

283 ft · 20 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

To keep your 5-hour and 30-minute trip manageable, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the long 232.9-mile interstate segment. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid potential traffic congestion along the busier portions of I-70. Since this is a highway-heavy route, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the road, as the $43 fuel estimate can fluctuate based on mountain driving conditions. Given the length of the drive, keep a flexible schedule for your one recommended stop to avoid fatigue. Check road conditions specifically for the transition points where you exit the interstate onto US-50, as these areas can experience different traffic flows than the main highway.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 142.2 miles from Broomfield, CO, or about 2h 43m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 232.9 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 142.2 miles or 2h 43m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Delta, CO than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Broomfield, CO so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Broomfield, CO

This is one driving day of about 284.4 miles and 5h 30m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Broomfield, CO.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 232.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 142.2 mi from Broomfield, CO · 2h 43m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Aspen, CO

142 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

Boulder, CO

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Aspen, CO

Meal break

The midpoint is around 142.2 miles from Broomfield, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 232.9 miles.

Arriving in Delta, CO

The final approach into Delta, 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 Delta, CO.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$43.10 one way

$86.19 round trip

$3.85/gal 25.4 MPG avg 100 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.08	$45.73	$91.46
premium	$4.43	$49.64	$99.27
diesel	$5.64	$63.18	$126.37

Estimated Tolls: $0.27

Denver–Boulder Turnpike (3.9 mi) $0.27

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 99.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	85.3	1	$29.86	$13.65
Efficient EV	71.1	0	$24.88	$11.38
EV Truck/SUV	113.8	1	$39.82	$18.20

Gas CO2

100 kg

EV CO2

33 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Broomfield, CO

Afternoon in Broomfield on Sunday

Local time

4:01 PM

MDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Delta, CO

Afternoon in Delta on Sunday

Local time

4:01 PM

MDT

Current temp

32°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

10 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

5h 30m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Broomfield, CO to Delta, CO covers 284.4 miles and takes about 5h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 70, US 50, United States Highway 50. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 142.2 miles from Broomfield, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.10 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

On the drive from Broomfield, CO to Delta, CO, road signs begin pointing toward Grand Junction along the way.

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Trip from Broomfield, CO to Delta, CO

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Delta, CO

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Broomfield, CO

Delta, CO

Same local time

10 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 30m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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