Origin
Glendale, CO
Night in Glendale on Wednesday
Local time
10:39 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glendale, CO to Aurora, CO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
14m
Distance
6.9 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glendale, CO
Jacob Moore
Aurora, CO
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit between Glendale and Aurora, this 6.9-mile connection is as straightforward as it gets. Expect to spend about 14 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will navigate via East 6th Avenue, East Lowry Boulevard, and East Alameda Avenue, keeping your fuel costs to a minimal $1. Since both cities are located within the Mountain West region of Colorado, the transition is seamless and familiar. This route serves as a practical, no-nonsense path for those needing to get from one point to the other without any required overnight stays. It is an ideal option for commuters or travelers who prefer efficiency over long-distance touring.
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
3.4 miles from Glendale, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Forget the monotony of long-haul interstates, as this trip consists entirely of local roads with 0% highway driving. You should prepare for a turn-heavy experience that requires your full attention on city streets. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 2.4-mile segment on East 6th Avenue, which provides a brief reprieve from the frequent navigation. Because the path relies on urban thoroughfares, the personality of the drive is defined by local traffic patterns rather than open-road cruising. It is a technical, low-speed trip that keeps you engaged through constant adjustments and turns rather than high-speed momentum.
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.
East 6th Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 2.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near CO 83 / South Leetsdale Drive.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 6.9 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 0.3 miles (CO 83 / South Leetsdale Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (South Dahlia Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (East Alameda Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CO 83 / South Leetsdale Drive
At end of road, turn right onto CO 83 / South Leetsdale Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Dahlia Street
Turn left onto South Dahlia Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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East Alameda Avenue
Turn right onto East Alameda Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
3.2 mi into trip
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~7m in
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East Lowry Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto East Lowry Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
6.5 mi into trip
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~13m in
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Vaughn Street
Turn left onto Vaughn Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 6th Avenue | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| East Lowry Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| East Alameda Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| South Quebec Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Cherry Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Vaughn Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Dahlia Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Leetsdale Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East 6th Avenue
— 2.4 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glendale, CO and Aurora, CO.
1
Start on East Exposition Avenue
14 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Exposition Avenue
2
Turn right onto South Cherry Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Cherry Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto CO 83
512 ft
·
19 sec
·
South Leetsdale Drive
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto South Dahlia Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Dahlia Street
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto East Alameda Avenue
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Alameda Avenue
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto South Quebec Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
South Quebec Street
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto East Lowry Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
East Lowry Boulevard
8
Enter roundabout onto East Lowry Boulevard
169 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Lowry Boulevard
9
Continue on East Lowry Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
East Lowry Boulevard
10
Enter roundabout onto East Lowry Boulevard
184 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Lowry Boulevard
11
Continue on East Lowry Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Lowry Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
12
Enter roundabout onto East Lowry Boulevard
163 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Lowry Boulevard
13
Continue on East Lowry Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
East Lowry Boulevard
14
Continue on East 6th Avenue
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
East 6th Avenue
15
Turn left onto Vaughn Street
257 ft
·
12 sec
·
Vaughn Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto North Zion Street
509 ft
·
27 sec
·
North Zion Street
17
Turn left onto North Vaughn Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
North Vaughn Street
18
Arrive at destination
North Vaughn Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 14-minute duration, you have total flexibility when choosing your departure time. Since this route involves zero stops, you can easily complete the entire journey in one go without needing to plan for rest breaks or refueling. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of these local roads means you should stay alert to street signage to avoid missing your transitions between East 6th Avenue, East Lowry Boulevard, and East Alameda Avenue. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to double-check your turn-by-turn navigation before leaving Glendale, as the frequent street changes can be easy to misjudge in busy city traffic. Enjoy the convenience of such a quick transit between these two Colorado locations.
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 3.4 miles from Glendale, CO, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.4 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 6.9 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.4 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aurora, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Glendale, CO.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Glendale, CO
This is one driving day of about 6.9 miles and 14m.
At 6.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on East 6th Avenue for about 2.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.4 mi from Glendale, CO · 7m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 6.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.4 miles from Glendale, 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
$1.04 one way
$2.08 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $1.10 | $2.20 |
| premium | $4.39 | $1.19 | $2.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.52 | $3.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.60 | $0.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
10:39 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
1 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
14m 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 Glendale, CO to Aurora, CO covers 6.9 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 6th Avenue, East Lowry Boulevard, East Alameda Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.4 miles from Glendale, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.04 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 6.9 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 0.3 miles (CO 83 / South Leetsdale Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (South Dahlia Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (East Alameda Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Glendale, CO to Aurora, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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