Origin
Denver, CO
Night in Denver on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Denver, CO to Sheridan, CO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
15m
Distance
8.3 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denver, CO
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Sheridan, CO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Denver, CO to Sheridan, CO covers 8.3 miles and takes about 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Colfax Avenue, Grant Street, East Speer Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.25 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
4.2 miles from Denver, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 15m drive with frequent turns across 8.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Colfax Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Denver, CO to Sheridan, CO is easy. At 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Denver, CO to Sheridan, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Colfax Avenue | — | — |
| Grant Street | — | — |
| East Speer Boulevard | — | — |
| Logan Street | — | — |
| East Alameda Avenue | — | — |
| South Broadway | — | — |
| West Iowa Avenue | — | — |
| South Santa Fe Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Colfax Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denver, CO and Sheridan, CO.
1
Start on the route
377 ft
·
29 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
62 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn right onto East Colfax Avenue
358 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Colfax Avenue
4
Turn right onto Grant Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Grant Street
5
Turn left onto East Speer Boulevard
453 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Speer Boulevard
6
Turn right onto Logan Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Logan Street
7
Turn right onto East Alameda Avenue
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Alameda Avenue
8
Turn left onto South Broadway
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Broadway
9
Turn right onto West Iowa Avenue
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Iowa Avenue
10
At the end of the road, turn left onto South Santa Fe Drive
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Santa Fe Drive
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 285 South
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 285 South
12
Merge slight left onto West Hampden Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Hampden Avenue
13
Take the exit slight right toward CO 88
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
CO 88
14
Keep slight left to continue on CO 88 South
154 ft
·
12 sec
·
CO 88 South
15
Turn left onto South Federal Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Federal Boulevard
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 4.2 miles from Denver, CO, or about 7m into the drive.
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 8 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.2 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sheridan, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Denver, CO.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Denver, CO
This is one driving day of about 8.3 miles and 15m.
At 8.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.2 mi from Denver, CO · 7m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.2 miles from Denver, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sheridan, CO
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Sheridan, CO if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.25 one way
$2.50 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $1.32 | $2.65 |
| premium | $4.39 | $1.44 | $2.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.83 | $3.67 |
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: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.87 | $0.40 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.73 | $0.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.16 | $0.53 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Sheridan, CO
Night in Sheridan on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
32 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
15m 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 Denver, CO to Sheridan, CO covers 8.3 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Colfax Avenue, Grant Street, East Speer Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.2 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 $1.25 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.
The drive from Denver, CO to Sheridan, CO is easy. At 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Denver, CO to Sheridan, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Denver, CO to Sheridan, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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