Origin
Georgetown, CO
Late night in Georgetown on Friday
Local time
3:35 AM
MDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Georgetown, CO to Denver, CO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
45.2 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Georgetown, CO
Mark Stebnicki
Denver, CO
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 45.2-mile drive from Georgetown to Denver, Colorado, is easily manageable in about 1 hour, making it a perfect day trip. The journey primarily utilizes I-70 and West 6th Avenue Freeway, with a brief stint on North Lincoln Street, maintaining a 95% highway share. With an estimated fuel cost of $7, this route is budget-friendly and offers a convenient transition from the Mountain West region to the same. You won't need to break this trip up, and there are no designated stops, allowing for maximum flexibility in your travel plans.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 45.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for this 45.2-mile trip. The majority of your time will be spent on I-70, which forms the longest continuous stretch at 32.7 miles. This segment offers a consistent pace, allowing you to cover ground efficiently. As you approach Denver, the route transitions to West 6th Avenue Freeway and North Lincoln Street, offering a slight change in the driving environment before you reach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and West 6th Avenue Freeway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Rose Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Rose Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CR 306 / Brownell Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 33.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Rose Street
Turn left onto Rose Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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CR 306 / Brownell Street
At end of road, turn right onto CR 306 / Brownell Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
8
33.7 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward US 6 East: 6th Avenue, Lakewood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 261
Toward US 6 East: 6th Avenue, Lakewood
6
45.1 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
East 14th Avenue
Turn right onto East 14th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
45.1 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Georgetown, CO to Denver, CO, road signs begin pointing toward Lakewood along the way.
Lakewood
33.7 mi in
|
~41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 32.7 mi | 38m |
| West 6th Avenue Freeway | 10.1 mi | 14m |
| North Lincoln Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Argentine Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Brownell Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 7th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 15th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East 14th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 32.7 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, CO and Denver, CO.
1
Start on 6th Street
110 ft
·
7 sec
·
6th Street
2
Turn left onto Rose Street
242 ft
·
12 sec
·
Rose Street
3
Turn left onto 7th Street
476 ft
·
24 sec
·
7th Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto CR 306
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Brownell Street
5
Continue on CR 306
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Argentine Street
6
Enter roundabout onto 15th Street
200 ft
·
4 sec
·
15th Street
7
Continue on 15th Street
240 ft
·
12 sec
·
15th Street
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 70 east: Denver
9
Merge onto I 70
33 mi
·
38 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 261
Toward US 6 East: 6th Avenue, Lakewood
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto US 6
10 mi
·
14 min
·
West 6th Avenue Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto North Lincoln Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Lincoln Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn right onto East 14th Avenue
353 ft
·
17 sec
·
East 14th Avenue
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left
358 ft
·
27 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.6 mi from Georgetown, CO · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.6 miles from Georgetown, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.81 one way
$13.62 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $7.21 | $14.42 |
| premium | $4.39 | $7.82 | $15.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.96 | $1.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Late night in Denver on Friday
Local time
3:35 AM
MDT
Current temp
46°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
12 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
1h 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 Georgetown, CO to Denver, CO covers 45.2 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, West 6th Avenue Freeway, North Lincoln Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.6 miles from Georgetown, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.81 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Rose Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (CR 306 / Brownell Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 33.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Georgetown, CO to Denver, CO, road signs begin pointing toward Lakewood along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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