Origin
Greeley, CO
Night in Greeley on Tuesday
Local time
9:23 PM
MDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greeley, CO to Burlington, CO
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
3h 41m
Distance
208.7 mi
336 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 29m
★
6 AM
3h 42m
8 AM
4h 7m
10 AM
3h 50m
12 PM
3h 48m
3 PM
3h 52m
5 PM
4h 6m
8 PM
3h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greeley, CO
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Burlington, CO
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Trip Overview
This 208.7-mile journey from Greeley, Colorado to Burlington, Colorado will take approximately 3 hours and 41 minutes, making it a very manageable day trip within the Mountain West region. The route primarily utilizes the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway and I-76, with a smaller percentage on local roads. With an estimated fuel cost of $31, this drive is budget-friendly for a single day's adventure. You'll experience a turn-heavy local drive feel for a portion of the trip, so plan accordingly for a more engaged driving experience rather than a simple interstate cruise. This drive is well-suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure and return times.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
104.4 miles from Greeley, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The character of this 208.7-mile drive is a "turn-heavy local drive," indicating a need for your attention on navigating various road types. While 8% of the route is on highways, the majority of your time will be spent on roads that require more frequent adjustments. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 147.2 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, offering a significant period of consistent driving. Expect the road's personality to shift, moving from potentially faster highway sections to more intricate local road segments as you progress towards Burlington.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 147.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 34 Business / 10th Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 208.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 34 Business / 10th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 34 Business / 10th Street
Turn left onto US 34 Business / 10th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
43.7 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward E470 Toll South: Limon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 18
Toward E470 Toll South: Limon
8
58.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Aurora, Denver, Limon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 20
Toward I 70: Aurora, Denver, Limon
7
59.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Turn left toward I 70 East: Limon
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 70 East: Limon
7
207.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 38m in
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I 70 Business
Take the exit onto I 70 Business toward US 385, I 70 Business: Lincoln Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 385, I 70 Business: Lincoln Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Greeley, CO and Burlington, CO, road signs point toward E470 Toll South: Limon, Denver and Limon.
E470 Toll South: Limon
43.7 mi in
|
~52m
Denver
58.9 mi in
|
~1h 8m
Limon
58.9 mi in
|
~1h 8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 147.2 mi | 2h 27m |
| County Road 49 | 21.9 mi | 25m |
| I 76 | 15.8 mi | 15m |
| E-470 | 14.2 mi | 14m |
| 18th Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| 10th Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| East 18th Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| 8th Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 147.2 mi, about 2h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greeley, CO and Burlington, CO.
1
Start on 19th Avenue
262 ft
·
18 sec
·
19th Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 34 Business
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
9th Street
3
Turn left onto 21st Avenue
495 ft
·
29 sec
·
21st Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 34 Business
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
10th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Turn right onto US 34 Business; US 85 Business
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
8th Avenue
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto US 34 Business
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
18th Street
Use the left lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto East 18th Street
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
East 18th Street
8
Continue on East 18th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East 18th Street
9
Turn right onto CR 49
22 mi
·
25 min
·
County Road 49
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 76 West
11
Merge onto I 76
16 mi
·
15 min
·
I 76
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 18
Toward E470 Toll South: Limon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto E470
14 mi
·
14 min
·
E-470
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 20
Toward I 70: Aurora, Denver, Limon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on North Gun Club Road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Gun Club Road
16
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 70 East: Limon
Use the left lane.
17
Merge onto I 70
147 mi
·
2 hr 27 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit onto I 70 Business
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 70 Business
Toward US 385, I 70 Business: Lincoln Street
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn left onto I 70 Business; US 385
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Lincoln Street
20
Turn right onto I 70 Business; US 24; US 385
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Rose Avenue
Use the right lane.
21
Turn left onto 15th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
15th Street
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
15th Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 3 hours and 41 minutes for this 208.7-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility for when you depart. Aiming for an early morning start will allow you to maximize daylight hours and potentially avoid any heavier local traffic later in the day. With only one recommended stop, you can easily complete this drive in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the 147.2-mile stretch on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, as services might be less frequent in certain sections. The estimated fuel cost is around $31, so factor that into your budget.
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 104.4 miles from Greeley, CO, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 147.2 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.4 miles or 1h 55m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burlington, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greeley, CO so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Greeley, CO
This is one driving day of about 208.7 miles and 3h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Greeley, 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.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 147.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 104.4 mi from Greeley, CO · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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 104.4 miles from Greeley, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 147.2 miles.
Arriving in Burlington, CO
The final approach into Burlington, 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 Burlington, CO.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.44 one way
$62.89 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $33.29 | $66.59 |
| premium | $4.39 | $36.10 | $72.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.08 | $92.16 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.71
E-470
(14.2 mi)
$1.71
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.6 | 0 | $21.91 | $10.02 |
| Efficient EV | 52.2 | 0 | $18.26 | $8.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.5 | 1 | $29.22 | $13.36 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% 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
Burlington, CO
Night in Burlington on Tuesday
Local time
9:23 PM
MDT
Current temp
76°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
39 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
3h 41m 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 Greeley, CO to Burlington, CO covers 208.7 miles and takes about 3h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, County Road 49, I 76. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 104.4 miles from Greeley, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.44 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 208.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 34 Business / 10th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Greeley, CO and Burlington, CO, road signs point toward E470 Toll South: Limon, Denver and Limon.
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