Origin
Elizabeth, CO
Night in Elizabeth on Sunday
Local time
10:07 PM
MDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elizabeth, CO to Denver, CO
Drive Time
55m
Distance
41.2 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
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6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elizabeth, CO
RDNE Stock project
Denver, CO
MINEIA MARTINS
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Elizabeth to Denver, you are in for a straightforward 41.2-mile journey through the Mountain West. Clocking in at approximately 55 minutes, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day of travel. You will navigate primarily via East Broadway Street, Pine Street, and East Kiowa Avenue rather than relying on high-speed interstates. With a modest fuel budget of just $6, this route remains an affordable option for those needing to head into the city. Since the entire drive takes less than an hour, there is no need to plan for overnight stops or complicated logistics.
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
20.6 miles from Elizabeth, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel from start to finish. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, forcing you to stay focused on local road navigation. You will find that there is no single long stretch of highway, as your time is spent maneuvering through local streets like East Broadway. The character of the road is defined by its localized nature, reflecting a slower pace than typical Colorado transit routes. Prepare for a consistent, hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention throughout the entire 55-minute duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Broadway Street 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 Elizabeth, CO to Denver, CO is easy. At 55m 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 Elizabeth, CO to Denver, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Broadway Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pine Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Kiowa Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 83 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Parker Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 25 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| E-470 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 25 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Broadway Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elizabeth, CO and Denver, CO.
1
Start on the route
89 ft
·
12 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto East Broadway Street
138 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Broadway Street
3
Turn right onto Pine Street
390 ft
·
21 sec
·
Pine Street
4
Turn left onto East Kiowa Avenue
8.8 mi
·
12 min
·
East Kiowa Avenue
5
Take the exit slight right
456 ft
·
13 sec
6
Merge slight left onto North State Highway 83
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
North State Highway 83
7
Continue on South Parker Road
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
South Parker Road
8
Take the exit slight right toward E470 Toll South, I 25: Colorado Springs
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
E470 Toll South, I 25: Colorado Springs
9
Merge slight left onto E-470
4.9 mi
·
4 min
·
E-470
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 25: Denver, Colorado Springs
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 25: Denver, Colorado Springs
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 25 North: Denver
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 25 North: Denver
12
Continue on I 25 North: Denver
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 25 North: Denver
13
Merge slight left
11 mi
·
12 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward Downing Street, Washington Street, Emerson Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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Downing Street, Washington Street, Emerson Street
15
Keep slight left to continue on Emerson Street, Washington Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Emerson Street, Washington Street
16
Continue on East Buchtel North Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Buchtel North Boulevard
17
Turn right onto South Logan Street
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
South Logan Street
18
Turn left onto East 13th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
East 13th Avenue
19
Turn right onto Sherman Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Sherman Street
20
At the end of the road, turn right
299 ft
·
22 sec
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 41.2-mile commute, you have significant flexibility in your departure time. However, given the turn-heavy nature of the local roads, it is wise to avoid peak congestion hours to ensure you maintain your 55-minute arrival estimate. Since there are no planned stops on this route, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Elizabeth, especially since your fuel costs will be around $6. Keep in mind that because you are not traveling on highways, your travel time may fluctuate based on local traffic signals and neighborhood speed limits. Use the simplicity of the route to your advantage and enjoy the direct, no-fuss transition from Elizabeth into Denver.
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 20.6 miles from Elizabeth, CO, or about 27m 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 41.2 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.6 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Denver, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Elizabeth, 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 Elizabeth, CO
This is one driving day of about 41.2 miles and 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Elizabeth, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.6 mi from Elizabeth, CO · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.6 miles from Elizabeth, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Denver, CO
The final approach into Denver, 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 Denver, CO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.24 one way
$12.49 round trip
$3.85/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.08 | $6.62 | $13.25 |
| premium | $4.43 | $7.19 | $14.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.15 | $18.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Denver, CO
Night in Denver on Sunday
Local time
10:07 PM
MDT
Current temp
66°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
30 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
55m 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 Elizabeth, CO to Denver, CO covers 41.2 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Broadway Street, Pine Street, East Kiowa Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.6 miles from Elizabeth, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.24 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 Elizabeth, CO to Denver, CO is easy. At 55m 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 Elizabeth, CO to Denver, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Elizabeth, CO to Denver, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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