Origin
Broomfield, CO
Evening in Broomfield on Sunday
Local time
5:06 PM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Broomfield, CO to Edwards, CO
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
118.3 mi
190 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
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6 AM
2h 24m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 31m
12 PM
2h 29m
3 PM
2h 32m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Broomfield, CO
Anastasia Shuraeva
Edwards, CO
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Broomfield to Edwards covers 118.3 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 23 minutes. This trip stays within Colorado’s Mountain West region, making it a straightforward journey that is easily manageable as a single-day excursion. With 94% of the route consisting of highway driving, you can expect a very efficient transit between these two points. Budgeting approximately $18 for fuel will cover your transit costs, providing a practical estimate for your travel planning. Because the duration is relatively short, you won't need to worry about an overnight split, allowing you the flexibility to complete the drive in one go.
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
59.2 miles from Broomfield, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as you navigate your way toward Edwards. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-70, which accounts for a significant 106.1-mile stretch of the journey. The drive begins with local navigation through Sheridan Boulevard and the Denver–Boulder Turnpike before transitioning into the interstate system. Because nearly the entire route is highway-based, the drive maintains a consistent pace from start to finish. You should prepare for a high-speed, interstate-oriented drive that prioritizes efficiency over local road exploration.
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 106.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Sheridan Boulevard. 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
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 118.3 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 pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West 3rd Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto West 3rd Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CO 121 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward CO 121 South
7
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
6
2.6 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 36 / Denver–Boulder Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto US 36 / Denver–Boulder Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
4.4 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 36 / Denver–Boulder Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto US 36 / Denver–Boulder Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 106.1 mi | 2h 3m |
| Sheridan Boulevard | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Denver–Boulder Turnpike | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| Heartland Expressway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Edwards Access Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| CO 121 | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Nickel Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 3rd Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 106.1 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broomfield, CO and Edwards, CO.
1
Start on this road
192 ft
·
16 sec
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this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto West 3rd Avenue
273 ft
·
19 sec
·
West 3rd Avenue
3
Turn left onto Nickel Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Nickel Street
4
Turn right onto US 287
140 ft
·
3 sec
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US 287
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward CO 121 South
6
Turn straight onto CO 121
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
CO 121
Use the none lane.
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward US 36 East: Denver
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto US 36
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Denver–Boulder Turnpike
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 36
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Denver–Boulder Turnpike
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 36
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
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Denver–Boulder Turnpike
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward CO 95 South: Sheridan Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto CO 95
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Sheridan Boulevard
Use the none lane.
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 76 West
14
Merge onto I 76
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Heartland Expressway
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 70
106 mi
·
2 hr 3 min
·
I 70
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward Edwards
17
Enter roundabout onto I 70 Business
250 ft
·
5 sec
·
Edwards Access Road
18
Continue on I 70 Business
314 ft
·
6 sec
·
Edwards Access Road
19
Enter roundabout onto I 70 Business
106 ft
·
2 sec
·
Edwards Access Road
20
Continue on I 70 Business
301 ft
·
6 sec
·
Edwards Access Road
21
Enter roundabout onto I 70 Business
76 ft
·
1 sec
·
Edwards Access Road
22
Continue on I 70 Business
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Edwards Access Road
23
Turn right
211 ft
·
15 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 118.3-mile run, you have the advantage of scheduling your departure around your personal preferences rather than worrying about mid-trip lodging. Given that the route is essentially a non-stop transit along I-70, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours, which can quickly impact your 2-hour and 23-minute travel estimate. Keep your gas tank in mind before hitting the interstate, as the longest stretch covers 106.1 miles of continuous highway driving. Since there are no mandatory stops built into this itinerary, feel free to pull off whenever you need a break to stretch your legs. Keeping your vehicle prepped for a sustained high-speed climb is the best way to ensure a smooth transition across the Mountain West terrain.
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 59.2 miles from Broomfield, CO, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.1 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.2 miles or 1h 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 1h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edwards, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Broomfield, 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 Broomfield, CO
This is one driving day of about 118.3 miles and 2h 23m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 106.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.2 mi from Broomfield, CO · 1h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.2 miles from Broomfield, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 106.1 miles.
Arriving in Edwards, CO
The final approach into Edwards, 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 Edwards, 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
$17.93 one way
$35.85 round trip
$3.85/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.08 | $19.02 | $38.04 |
| premium | $4.43 | $20.65 | $41.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.28 | $52.56 |
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
$18
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.5 | 0 | $12.42 | $5.68 |
| Efficient EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.35 | $4.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.3 | 0 | $16.56 | $7.57 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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
Edwards, CO
Evening in Edwards on Sunday
Local time
5:06 PM
MDT
Current temp
54°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
12 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
2h 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 Broomfield, CO to Edwards, CO covers 118.3 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, Sheridan Boulevard, Denver–Boulder Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.2 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 $17.93 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 demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 118.3 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.
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.
The route from Broomfield, CO to Edwards, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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