Origin
Greeley, CO
Evening in Greeley on Friday
Local time
6:53 PM
MDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greeley, CO to Frisco, CO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 38m
Distance
130.3 mi
210 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 28m
★
6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 47m
5 PM
2h 58m
8 PM
2h 32m
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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Frisco, CO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Greeley, CO to Frisco, CO covers 130.3 miles and takes about 2h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 9th Street, 21st Avenue, 10th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.63 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
65.2 miles from Greeley, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 38m. Total distance: 130.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 38m drive with frequent turns across 130.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
9th 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Greeley, CO to Frisco, CO is easy. At 2h 38m 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 Greeley, CO to Frisco, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 9th Street | — | — |
| 21st Avenue | — | — |
| 10th Street | — | — |
| 8th Avenue | — | — |
| 18th Street | — | — |
| East 18th Street | — | — |
| County Road 49 | — | — |
| I 76 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
9th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greeley, CO and Frisco, CO.
1
Start on 19th Avenue
262 ft
·
19 sec
·
19th Avenue
2
Turn left onto 9th Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
9th Street
3
Turn left onto 21st Avenue
495 ft
·
29 sec
·
21st Avenue
4
Turn left onto 10th Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
10th Street
5
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
8th Avenue
6
Turn left onto 18th Street
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
18th Street
7
Keep slight left to continue on East 18th Street
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
East 18th Street
8
Continue on East 18th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East 18th Street
9
Turn right onto County Road 49
22 mi
·
25 min
·
County Road 49
10
Take the ramp right toward I 76 West
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
I 76 West
11
Merge slight left
34 mi
·
36 min
12
Merge slight left
66 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward CO 9: Frisco, Breckenridge
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
CO 9: Frisco, Breckenridge
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 4 toward the route
226 ft
·
4 sec
·
the route
15
Exit the roundabout
1.1 mi
·
2 min
16
Turn right onto East Main Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
17
Turn left onto South 4th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
South 4th Avenue
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.2 miles from Greeley, CO, or about 1h 19m 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 29 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.2 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Frisco, 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.
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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 130.3 miles and 2h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.2 mi from Greeley, CO · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65.2 miles from Greeley, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Frisco, CO
The final approach into Frisco, 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 Frisco, 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
$19.63 one way
$39.26 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $20.79 | $41.57 |
| premium | $4.39 | $22.54 | $45.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.77 | $57.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.68 | $6.25 |
| Efficient EV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.40 | $5.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.24 | $8.34 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Frisco, CO
Evening in Frisco on Friday
Local time
6:53 PM
MDT
Current temp
24°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
56 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
2h 38m 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 Frisco, CO covers 130.3 miles and takes about 2h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 9th Street, 21st Avenue, 10th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.2 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 $19.63 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Greeley, CO to Frisco, CO is easy. At 2h 38m 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 Greeley, CO to Frisco, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Greeley, CO to Frisco, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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