Origin
Frederick, CO
Evening in Frederick on Sunday
Local time
5:06 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Frederick, CO to Castle Rock, CO
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
70.5 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
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6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Frederick, CO
RDNE Stock project
Castle Rock, CO
Peter Mayer
Trip Overview
Spanning 70.5 miles across Colorado's Mountain West, this trip from Frederick to Castle Rock is a straightforward journey typically taking about 1 hour and 7 minutes. Since this is a local drive, you can easily complete the entire trek in a single day, making it an ideal choice for a quick excursion. Budgeting approximately $10 for fuel should be sufficient for the round trip depending on your vehicle's efficiency. You will navigate primarily through local roads, including Locust Street, 5th Street, and Colorado Boulevard, rather than relying on major interstates. Because this route stays within the Mountain West region, you will notice a consistent regional character from start to finish. It is a practical, no-fuss option for travelers looking to get between these two points without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.
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
35.2 miles from Frederick, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate through various local corridors, meaning your focus will be on maneuverability rather than high-speed cruising. The longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on Locust Street, highlighting the frequent turns and shifts in direction required to complete the journey. Behind the wheel, this means you should prepare for a more engaged driving experience that prioritizes navigating city streets over open-road travel. The road's personality is defined by its local nature, requiring you to remain alert as you transition between the various streets that make up this 70.5-mile path.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Locust 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 Frederick, CO to Castle Rock, CO is easy. At 1h 7m 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 Frederick, CO to Castle Rock, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Locust Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 5th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Colorado Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tipple Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-25 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 25 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dwight D | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Valley Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Locust Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Frederick, CO and Castle Rock, CO.
1
Start on the route
174 ft
·
15 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Locust Street
167 ft
·
10 sec
·
Locust Street
3
Turn right onto 5th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
5th Street
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Colorado Boulevard
23 ft
·
1 sec
·
Colorado Boulevard
5
Exit the roundabout onto Colorado Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Colorado Boulevard
6
Turn left onto Tipple Parkway
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Tipple Parkway
7
At the end of the road, turn left onto East I-25 Frontage Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East I-25 Frontage Road
8
Turn right
0.4 mi
·
1 min
9
Turn left onto I 25 South: Denver
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
I 25 South: Denver
10
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
7.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
11
Continue on North Valley Highway
0.6 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Valley Highway
12
Keep slight right to continue on North Valley Highway
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
North Valley Highway
13
Keep slight right to continue on North Valley Highway
36 mi
·
43 min
·
North Valley Highway
14
Take the exit slight right toward Wilcox Street, Wolfensberger Road
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Wilcox Street, Wolfensberger Road
15
Turn left onto East Wolfensberger Road
433 ft
·
21 sec
·
East Wolfensberger Road
16
Continue on North Wilcox Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Wilcox Street
17
Turn left onto 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
5th Street
18
Turn right onto North Cantril Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Cantril Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to depart whenever it suits your needs. Since you won't be dealing with high-speed highway traffic, you can pace your drive comfortably without the pressure of long, uninterrupted stretches. You should keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between Locust Street, 5th Street, and Colorado Boulevard to stay on track. Given the $10 fuel estimate, ensure your tank is ready for the 70.5-mile distance before you head out. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay prepared for frequent turns throughout the drive, as the local road navigation requires more active attention than a typical highway route.
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 35.2 miles from Frederick, CO, or about 33m 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 70.5 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.2 miles or 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Castle Rock, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Frederick, 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 Frederick, CO
This is one driving day of about 70.5 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Frederick, 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 35.2 mi from Frederick, CO · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 70.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.2 miles from Frederick, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Castle Rock, CO
The final approach into Castle Rock, 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 Castle Rock, 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
$10.68 one way
$21.37 round trip
$3.85/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.08 | $11.34 | $22.67 |
| premium | $4.43 | $12.30 | $24.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.66 | $31.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.40 | $3.38 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.87 | $4.51 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Castle Rock, CO
Evening in Castle Rock on Sunday
Local time
5:06 PM
MDT
Current temp
38°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
1 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
1h 7m 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 Frederick, CO to Castle Rock, CO covers 70.5 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Locust Street, 5th Street, Colorado Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.2 miles from Frederick, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.68 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 Frederick, CO to Castle Rock, CO is easy. At 1h 7m 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 Frederick, CO to Castle Rock, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Frederick, CO to Castle Rock, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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