Origin
Glenwood Springs, CO
Night in Glenwood Springs on Sunday
Local time
10:06 PM
MDT
Current temp
30°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glenwood Springs, CO to Pueblo, CO
Drive Time
4h 32m
Distance
243.5 mi
392 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 19m
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6 AM
4h 32m
8 AM
4h 59m
10 AM
4h 42m
12 PM
4h 39m
3 PM
4h 43m
5 PM
4h 58m
8 PM
4h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pueblo, CO
Franklin Peña Gutierrez
Trip Overview
Connecting the Mountain West hubs of Glenwood Springs and Pueblo, this 243.5-mile journey takes approximately 4 hours and 32 minutes to complete. Because the route is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul, it is best suited for a single-day trip. You should budget roughly $33 for fuel to cover the distance across Colorado. Since the entire trip stays within the same mountain region, you won't experience drastic shifts in climate or time zones, but the winding nature of the roads makes it a more engaging drive than a standard highway cruise. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this direct path offers a straightforward way to traverse the state in a single afternoon.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
121.8 miles from Glenwood Springs, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a hands-on driving experience, as this route is defined by its turn-heavy local character rather than long, monotonous highway stretches. You will navigate through town streets like West 6th and Laurel, transitioning onto the Grand Army of the Republic Highway as you make your way toward Pueblo. Because the highway share is 0%, you won't be spending time on major interstates, meaning the pace of the drive remains consistent but requires your full attention at the wheel. With no long, uninterrupted stretches on West 6th Street, the route demands frequent adjustments and careful navigation through local corridors. This is a drive where you will feel every mile, keeping you active and engaged behind the wheel throughout the entire four-and-a-half-hour duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 6th 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 32m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Glenwood Springs, CO to Pueblo, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 6th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Laurel Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gerald R | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 6 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 6th Avenue Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 25 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West 6th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glenwood Springs, CO and Pueblo, CO.
1
Start on Pine Street
121 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pine Street
2
Turn right onto West 6th Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
West 6th Street
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Laurel Street
144 ft
·
3 sec
·
Laurel Street
4
Exit the roundabout onto Laurel Street
446 ft
·
24 sec
·
Laurel Street
5
Take the exit left
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
6
Merge slight left onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
7
Continue on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
8
Continue on Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway
61 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
Gerald R. Ford Memorial Highway
9
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
70 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 6 East: 6th Avenue, Lakewood
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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US 6 East: 6th Avenue, Lakewood
11
Merge slight left onto West 6th Avenue Freeway
7.9 mi
·
9 min
·
West 6th Avenue Freeway
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 25: Fort Collins, Colorado Springs
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 25: Fort Collins, Colorado Springs
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 25 South: Colorado Springs
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 25 South: Colorado Springs
14
Merge slight left onto North Valley Highway
61 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
North Valley Highway
15
Continue on Monument Valley Freeway
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Monument Valley Freeway
16
Continue on Ronald Reagan Highway
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
Ronald Reagan Highway
17
Keep slight left to continue on Ronald Reagan Highway
23 mi
·
23 min
·
Ronald Reagan Highway
18
Continue on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
13 mi
·
12 min
·
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
19
Continue on North Freeway
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North Freeway
20
Take the exit slight right toward 13th Street
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
13th Street
21
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
22
Merge slight left onto North Freeway
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Freeway
23
Take the exit slight right toward Abriendo Avenue
108 ft
·
3 sec
·
Abriendo Avenue
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 243.5-mile local trek, plan to depart early in the morning to maximize your daylight hours and avoid heavy local traffic. You are allotted one stop along the way, so choose your break point wisely to stretch your legs and refresh your fuel supply. Given the technical nature of the turn-heavy roads, keep your pace steady and remain alert for changing speed limits as you move between local streets and the Grand Army of the Republic Highway. Budgeting $33 for gas is a good baseline, but keep a little extra in your travel fund to account for potential variations in local fuel prices. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so don't hesitate to adjust your departure time if weather or traffic reports suggest a slower pace.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 121.8 miles from Glenwood Springs, CO, or about 2h 16m 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 121.8 miles or 2h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pueblo, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Glenwood Springs, 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 Glenwood Springs, CO
This is one driving day of about 243.5 miles and 4h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Glenwood Springs, CO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 121.8 mi from Glenwood Springs, CO · 2h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
122 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 121.8 miles from Glenwood Springs, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pueblo, CO
The final approach into Pueblo, 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 Pueblo, 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
$36.90 one way
$73.80 round trip
$3.85/gal
25.4 MPG avg
85 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.08 | $39.15 | $78.30 |
| premium | $4.43 | $42.50 | $84.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $54.10 | $108.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.1 | 0 | $25.57 | $11.69 |
| Efficient EV | 60.9 | 0 | $21.31 | $9.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 97.4 | 1 | $34.09 | $15.58 |
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Pueblo, CO
Night in Pueblo on Sunday
Local time
10:06 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
8 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
4h 32m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Glenwood Springs, CO to Pueblo, CO covers 243.5 miles and takes about 4h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 6th Street, Laurel Street, Grand Army of the Republic Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 121.8 miles from Glenwood Springs, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.90 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 32m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Glenwood Springs, CO to Pueblo, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Glenwood Springs, CO to Pueblo, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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