Origin
Eagle, CO
Night in Eagle on Tuesday
Local time
9:12 PM
MDT
Current temp
28°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Eagle, CO to Westminster, CO
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Drive Time
2h 33m
Distance
128.3 mi
206 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
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6 AM
2h 33m
8 AM
2h 54m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 38m
3 PM
2h 42m
5 PM
2h 53m
8 PM
2h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eagle, CO
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Westminster, CO
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Trip Overview
This 128.3-mile drive from Eagle, CO to Westminster, CO is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 33 minutes. You'll be traveling primarily on the Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway, Sheridan Boulevard, and the Heartland Expressway, with a high highway share of 100%. Expect a fuel cost of around $19 for this journey through the Mountain West region. The overall feel is more of a turn-heavy local drive rather than an open highway cruise, so plan for a bit more engagement behind the wheel. With only one recommended stop, this route is perfect for a straightforward transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
64.1 miles from Eagle, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This route presents a turn-heavy local drive experience, meaning you'll be navigating a series of turns and intersections more frequently than on a pure interstate. While the majority of your journey, a significant 122.2 miles, will be on the Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway, the overall profile suggests a less monotonous, more dynamic drive. The 100% highway share indicates you'll be on established roadways, but the 'turn-heavy' description points to a character that requires active navigation. Expect the road to feel more integrated with local environments rather than a detached freeway.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 122.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 6 / Grand Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 33m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 6 / Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (I 70 Business / Eby Creek Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.5 miles (I 70 Business / Eby Creek Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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US 6 / Grand Avenue
Turn right onto US 6 / Grand Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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I 70 Business / Eby Creek Road
Enter roundabout onto I 70 Business / Eby Creek Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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0.5 mi into trip
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I 70 Business / Eby Creek Road
Enter roundabout onto I 70 Business / Eby Creek Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
123 mi into trip
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~2h 24m in
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I 76 / Heartland Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76 / Heartland Expressway toward I 76 East: Fort Morgan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Exit 269B
Toward I 76 East: Fort Morgan
7
124.3 mi into trip
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~2h 25m in
Take the exit toward CO 95: Sheridan Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1B
Toward CO 95: Sheridan Boulevard
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway | 122.2 mi | 2h 22m |
| Sheridan Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Heartland Expressway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| West 76th Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Eby Creek Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Grand Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Newton Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 2nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway
— 122.2 mi, about 2h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagle, CO and Westminster, CO.
1
Start on West 2nd Street
135 ft
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11 sec
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West 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto US 6
0.2 mi
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20 sec
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Grand Avenue
3
Enter roundabout onto I 70 Business
187 ft
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3 sec
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Eby Creek Road
4
Continue on I 70 Business
0.2 mi
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17 sec
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Eby Creek Road
5
Enter roundabout onto I 70 Business
109 ft
·
6 sec
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Eby Creek Road
6
Continue on I 70 Business
170 ft
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3 sec
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Eby Creek Road
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
8
Merge onto I 70
122 mi
·
2 hr 22 min
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Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 76
1.3 mi
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1 min
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Heartland Expressway
Exit 269B
Toward I 76 East: Fort Morgan
Use the left lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 1B
Toward CO 95: Sheridan Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto CO 95
2.7 mi
·
4 min
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Sheridan Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Turn right onto West 76th Avenue
0.8 mi
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2 min
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West 76th Avenue
13
Turn left onto Newton Street
0.1 mi
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33 sec
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Newton Street
14
Arrive at destination
Newton Street
Trip Plan
For this 128.3-mile journey, departing in the morning is advisable to avoid potential afternoon traffic as you approach Westminster. Since the drive is under 3 hours and only has one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to pace yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $19, and the longest stretch without a major break is 122.2 miles on the Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway. A practical tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the Sheridan Boulevard section beforehand, as its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests it may have more complex intersections than a standard highway.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.1 miles from Eagle, CO, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.2 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.1 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westminster, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eagle, 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 Eagle, CO
This is one driving day of about 128.3 miles and 2h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Eagle, 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 Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway for about 122.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.1 mi from Eagle, CO · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 64.1 miles from Eagle, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 122.2 miles.
Arriving in Westminster, CO
The final approach into Westminster, 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 Westminster, 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
$19.33 one way
$38.66 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $20.47 | $40.93 |
| premium | $4.39 | $22.19 | $44.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.33 | $56.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.47 | $6.16 |
| Efficient EV | 32.1 | 0 | $11.23 | $5.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.3 | 0 | $17.96 | $8.21 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Westminster, CO
Night in Westminster on Tuesday
Local time
9:12 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°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
18 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 33m 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 Eagle, CO to Westminster, CO covers 128.3 miles and takes about 2h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway, Sheridan Boulevard, Heartland Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.1 miles from Eagle, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.33 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 33m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 6 / Grand Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (I 70 Business / Eby Creek Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.5 miles (I 70 Business / Eby Creek Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Eagle, CO to Westminster, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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