Origin
Englewood, CO
Night in Englewood on Wednesday
Local time
11:02 PM
MDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Englewood, CO to Aurora, CO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
22m
Distance
15.1 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Englewood, CO
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Aurora, CO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Englewood, CO to Aurora, CO covers 15.1 miles and takes about 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Broadway, East Jefferson Avenue, East Hampden Bypass for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.28 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
7.5 miles from Englewood, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 22m drive with frequent turns across 15.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Broadway 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 Englewood, CO to Aurora, CO is easy. At 22m 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 Englewood, CO to Aurora, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Broadway | — | — |
| East Jefferson Avenue | — | — |
| East Hampden Bypass | — | — |
| East Hampden Avenue | — | — |
| I 25 South | — | — |
| South Valley Highway | — | — |
| I 225 North | — | — |
| CO 30 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Broadway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Englewood, CO and Aurora, CO.
1
Start on South Broadway
52 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Broadway
2
Continue on South Broadway
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
South Broadway
3
Take the ramp right
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
4
Merge slight left onto East Jefferson Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Jefferson Avenue
5
Continue on East Hampden Bypass
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Hampden Bypass
6
Continue on East Hampden Avenue
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East Hampden Avenue
7
Take the exit straight toward I 25 South
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 25 South
8
Merge slight left onto South Valley Highway
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Valley Highway
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 225 North: Aurora, Limon
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 225 North: Aurora, Limon
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 225 North: Limon
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 225 North: Limon
11
Continue straight
7.9 mi
·
9 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward CO 30: 6th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
CO 30: 6th Avenue
13
Keep slight left to continue on CO 30: Colorado National Guard, Lowry Campus, 6th Avenue
141 ft
·
5 sec
·
CO 30: Colorado National Guard, Lowry Campus, 6th Avenue
14
Turn left onto East 6th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
East 6th Avenue
15
Turn right onto Vaughn Street
256 ft
·
13 sec
·
Vaughn Street
16
Turn right onto North Zion Street
509 ft
·
28 sec
·
North Zion Street
17
Turn left onto North Vaughn Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
North Vaughn Street
18
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 7.5 miles from Englewood, CO, or about 11m 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 15 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.5 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aurora, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Englewood, CO.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Englewood, CO
This is one driving day of about 15.1 miles and 22m.
At 15.1 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 7.5 mi from Englewood, CO · 11m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.5 miles from Englewood, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Aurora, CO
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Aurora, 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
$2.28 one way
$4.55 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $2.41 | $4.82 |
| premium | $4.39 | $2.61 | $5.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.33 | $6.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.97 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Aurora, CO
Night in Aurora on Wednesday
Local time
11:02 PM
MDT
Current temp
47°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
22m 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 Englewood, CO to Aurora, CO covers 15.1 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Broadway, East Jefferson Avenue, East Hampden Bypass. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.5 miles from Englewood, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.28 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 Englewood, CO to Aurora, CO is easy. At 22m 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 Englewood, CO to Aurora, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Englewood, CO to Aurora, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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