Origin
Denver, CO
Afternoon in Denver on Monday
Local time
1:17 PM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Denver, CO to Del Norte, CO
Drive Time
4h 56m
Distance
215.9 mi
347 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 43m
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6 AM
4h 56m
8 AM
5h 23m
10 AM
5h 6m
12 PM
5h 3m
3 PM
5h 7m
5 PM
5h 22m
8 PM
4h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denver, CO
MINEIA MARTINS
Del Norte, CO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Denver, CO to Del Norte, CO covers 215.9 miles and takes about 4h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Hampden Avenue, US 285, US 50 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 110.8 miles on West Hampden Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.72 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
108 miles from Denver, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Denver, CO to Del Norte, CO covers 215.9 miles and takes about 4h 56m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Hampden Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 110.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Grant Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 56m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Grant Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (East Speer Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (South Broadway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Grant Street
Turn right onto Grant Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
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East Speer Boulevard
Turn left onto East Speer Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
2.4 mi into trip
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~6m in
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South Broadway
Turn left onto South Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
6.6 mi into trip
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~12m in
Take the exit toward US 285 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 285 South
6
202.7 mi into trip
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~4h 37m in
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CO 112 / West Highway 112
Turn right onto CO 112 / West Highway 112
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Hampden Avenue | 110.8 mi | 2h 24m |
| US 285 | 44.6 mi | 1h 8m |
| US 50 | 40.4 mi | 51m |
| West Highway 112 | 13.1 mi | 19m |
| South Santa Fe Drive | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| South Broadway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Grant Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Logan Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
West Hampden Avenue
— 110.8 mi, about 2h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denver, CO and Del Norte, CO.
1
Start on this road
379 ft
·
29 sec
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this road
2
Turn right
62 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn right onto I 70 Business; US 40; US 287
358 ft
·
14 sec
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East Colfax Avenue
4
Turn right onto Grant Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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Grant Street
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto East Speer Boulevard
451 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Speer Boulevard
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto Logan Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Logan Street
Use the right lane.
7
Turn right onto East Alameda Avenue
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
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East Alameda Avenue
8
Turn left onto South Broadway
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Broadway
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right onto West Iowa Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
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West Iowa Avenue
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 85
2.3 mi
·
2 min
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South Santa Fe Drive
Use the left lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 285 South
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto US 285
111 mi
·
2 hr 24 min
·
West Hampden Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 285
11 mi
·
17 min
·
US 285
14
Continue on US 285
10.0 mi
·
16 min
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US 285
15
Turn left onto US 50; US 285
40 mi
·
51 min
·
US 50; US 285
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn slight left onto US 285
24 mi
·
34 min
·
US 285
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Turn right onto CO 112
13 mi
·
19 min
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West Highway 112
Use the right lane.
18
Turn right onto US 160
435 ft
·
14 sec
·
Grand Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
US 160
Trip Plan
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 108 miles from Denver, CO, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.8 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 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108 miles or 2h 25m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Del Norte, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Denver, 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 Denver, CO
This is one driving day of about 215.9 miles and 4h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Denver, 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 West Hampden Avenue for about 110.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 108 mi from Denver, CO · 2h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
108 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 108 miles from Denver, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before West Hampden Avenue if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.8 miles.
Arriving in Del Norte, CO
The final approach into Del Norte, 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 Del Norte, 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
$32.72 one way
$65.43 round trip
$3.85/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.08 | $34.71 | $69.43 |
| premium | $4.43 | $37.68 | $75.36 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $47.97 | $95.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.8 | 0 | $22.67 | $10.36 |
| Efficient EV | 54 | 0 | $18.89 | $8.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86.4 | 1 | $30.23 | $13.82 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 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
Del Norte, CO
Afternoon in Del Norte on Monday
Local time
1:17 PM
MDT
Current temp
62°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
4 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
4h 56m 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 Denver, CO to Del Norte, CO covers 215.9 miles and takes about 4h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Hampden Avenue, US 285, US 50. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 108 miles from Denver, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.72 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.
This is a straightforward 4h 56m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Grant Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (East Speer Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (South Broadway): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Denver, CO to Del Norte, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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