Origin
Centennial, CO
Afternoon in Centennial on Friday
Local time
12:44 PM
MDT
Current temp
77°F
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Trip from Centennial, CO to Limon, CO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
94.4 mi
152 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Centennial, CO
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Limon, CO
Marie Martin
Trip Overview
Centennial, CO to Limon, CO is 94.4 miles and takes about 1h 39m via Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway and E-470, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Mountain West region, moving from the Denver metro area towards the eastern plains of Colorado. Expect a local feel with frequent turns rather than a long, straight highway cruise. Given its short distance and duration, this route is easily manageable as a same-day trip, making it a convenient option for those looking for a straightforward journey without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.2 miles from Centennial, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 94.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a less predictable path than a pure interstate experience. While it includes segments on major highways like the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway and E-470, the overall profile indicates a need for attention to navigation. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 69.7 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, offering a brief period of consistent travel before potential changes in road type or direction. The highway share is noted as 2, implying a significant portion of the route is not on high-speed interstates, contributing to the 'local drive' feel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 69.7 miles.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,030 ft
5,166 ft
Total Climb
806 ft
Total Descent
1,261 ft
Highest Point
6,030 ft
~13.5 mi in
Elevation Range
864 ft
Notable High Points
6,030 ft at ~13.5 miles
+249 ft prominence
5,578 ft at ~33.7 miles
+3 ft prominence
5,698 ft at ~80.9 miles
+194 ft prominence
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 94.4 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward E-470 North, CO 470 West: Limon, Grand Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 194
Toward E-470 North, CO 470 West: Limon, Grand J...
8
1.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward E-470 North: Limon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 194
Toward E-470 North: Limon
7
22 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East: Limon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 20A
Toward I 70 East: Limon
7
92.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
I 70 Business
Take the exit onto I 70 Business toward I 70 Business: Limon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 359
Toward I 70 Business: Limon
6
93 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
I 70 Business; US 40; US 287
Turn right onto I 70 Business; US 40; US 287
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 69.7 mi | 1h 9m |
| E-470 | 19.2 mi | 19m |
| I 70 Business | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South Valley Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Dry Creek Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Panorama Circle | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Chester Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Gun Club Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 69.7 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Centennial, CO and Limon, CO.
1
Start on this road
495 ft
·
41 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
118 ft
·
10 sec
3
Turn right onto East Panorama Circle
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Panorama Circle
4
Turn right onto South Chester Street
384 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Chester Street
5
Turn right onto CR 46
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Dry Creek Road
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 25 South
7
Merge onto I 25
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Valley Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 194
Toward E-470 North, CO 470 West: Limon, Grand Junction
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 194
Toward E-470 North: Limon
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto E470
19 mi
·
19 min
·
E-470
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 20A
Toward I 70 East: Limon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
345 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Colfax Avenue
13
Continue on North Gun Club Road
384 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Gun Club Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 70 East: Limon
15
Merge onto I 70
70 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit onto I 70 Business
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 70 Business
Exit 359
Toward I 70 Business: Limon
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto I 70 Business; US 40; US 287
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 70 Business; US 40; US 287
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn left onto I 70 Business; US 24; US 40; US 287
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70 Business; US 24; US 40; US 287
Use the left lane.
19
Turn left onto H Avenue
359 ft
·
15 sec
·
H Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Arrive at destination
H Avenue
Trip Plan
With a drive time under two hours, you have considerable flexibility for when to depart. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. The route is relatively short, so you likely won't need to plan for extensive stops along the way, but it's always wise to be aware of your fuel gauge. Keep an eye on road signs, especially as you transition between highways, given the 'turn-heavy' nature of this trip. A specific tip for this route: since it's a quick drive, ensure your navigation is set correctly before you leave Centennial to avoid getting caught off guard by frequent directional changes.
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 47.2 miles from Centennial, CO, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.7 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 21 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.2 miles or 50m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Limon, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Centennial, CO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Centennial, CO
This is one driving day of about 94.4 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Centennial, CO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 69.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.2 mi from Centennial, CO · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.2 miles from Centennial, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.7 miles.
Arriving in Limon, CO
The final approach into Limon, CO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.22 one way
$28.45 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $15.06 | $30.12 |
| premium | $4.39 | $16.33 | $32.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.84 | $41.68 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.31
E-470
(19.2 mi)
$2.31
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
$14
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.91 | $4.53 |
| Efficient EV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.26 | $3.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.22 | $6.04 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Limon, CO
Afternoon in Limon on Friday
Local time
12:44 PM
MDT
Current temp
78°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
1 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
1h 39m 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 Centennial, CO to Limon, CO covers 94.4 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, E-470, I 70 Business. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.2 miles from Centennial, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.22 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 94.4 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Centennial, CO to Limon, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
High-altitude sections with notable climbs. The route ranges from 5,166 ft to 6,030 ft elevation with about 806 ft of total climbing. There are 3 notable high points along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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