Origin
Lakewood, CO
Evening in Lakewood on Sunday
Local time
6:27 PM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakewood, CO to Byers, CO
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
51.7 mi
83 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakewood, CO
Cedric Fauntleroy
Byers, CO
Ofspace LLC, Culture
Trip Overview
If you are looking to head east from the Mountain West, the 51.7-mile trek from Lakewood to Byers is a straightforward journey that typically takes about one hour and one minute. You will primarily navigate via the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, I-70, and the North Valley Highway to complete this trip. Given the short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend approximately $8 on fuel for the one-way transit. Because both your starting point and destination are nestled within the Mountain West, the transition between these two Colorado locations feels like a seamless shift across the region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
25.8 miles from Lakewood, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mix of driving conditions on this route, which is classified as a turn-heavy local drive. While about 26% of your trip involves highway travel, the remainder requires more attention to local road navigation. You will find your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 29.3 miles along the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, providing a brief period of consistent momentum. As you progress from the urban surroundings of Lakewood toward the more open landscape of Byers, the road's personality shifts from busy corridors to more technical local segments. Stay alert behind the wheel, as the transition between high-speed highway stretches and local turns keeps the driving experience varied.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 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 29.3 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 4.3 miles in near US 6.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 51.7 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 4.3 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
4.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 6
Take the exit onto US 6 toward I 25: Fort Collins, Colorado Springs
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.
Toward I 25: Fort Collins, Colorado Springs
8
8.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Limon, Grand Junction
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 214A
Toward I 70: Limon, Grand Junction
6
9.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
19.1 mi into trip
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~27m in
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I 70 / Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 / Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
7
50.8 mi into trip
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~59m in
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US 36
Take the exit onto US 36 toward US 36 East: Byers
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 316
Toward US 36 East: Byers
Towns Along This Route
Between Lakewood, CO and Byers, CO, road signs point toward Colorado Springs and Grand Junction.
Colorado Springs
4.3 mi in
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~6m
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via US 6
Grand Junction
8.7 mi in
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~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 29.3 mi | 29m |
| I 70 | 9 mi | 12m |
| North Valley Highway | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| West 6th Avenue Freeway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| South Wadsworth Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| US 6 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 29.3 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood, CO and Byers, CO.
1
Start on CO 121
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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South Wadsworth Boulevard
Use the none lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 6 East: Denver
Use the slight right lane.
3
Merge onto US 6
2.7 mi
·
3 min
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West 6th Avenue Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit onto US 6
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
US 6
Toward I 25: Fort Collins, Colorado Springs
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 25
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Valley Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 214A
Toward I 70: Limon, Grand Junction
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Toward I 70
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Use the none lane.
9
Merge onto I 70
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
I 70
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on I 70
29 mi
·
29 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit onto US 36
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 36
Exit 316
Toward US 36 East: Byers
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto CO 36
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right onto CO 36
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
CO 36
15
Arrive at destination
CO 36
Trip Plan
Planning for this trip is simple since it only requires one day of travel and no mandatory stops. To make the most of your drive, consider departing during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the main highway corridors. Because the total fuel cost is a modest $8, you have plenty of flexibility in your budget for other travel needs. Since there are zero official stops listed for this 51.7-mile stretch, make sure your vehicle is fueled up and ready to go before you leave Lakewood. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay focused during the transition between the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway and the local road sections, as the change in driving pace can be abrupt.
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 25.8 miles from Lakewood, CO, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.3 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 51.7 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.8 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Byers, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, CO
This is one driving day of about 51.7 miles and 1h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lakewood, CO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 29.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.8 mi from Lakewood, CO · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 51.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.8 miles from Lakewood, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Byers, CO
The final approach into Byers, 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 Byers, 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
$7.83 one way
$15.67 round trip
$3.85/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.08 | $8.31 | $16.63 |
| premium | $4.43 | $9.02 | $18.05 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.49 | $22.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Byers, CO
Evening in Byers on Sunday
Local time
6:27 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°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
25 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
1h 1m 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 Lakewood, CO to Byers, CO covers 51.7 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, I 70, North Valley Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.8 miles from Lakewood, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.83 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 is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 51.7 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 4.3 miles (US 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Lakewood, CO and Byers, CO, road signs point toward Colorado Springs and Grand Junction.
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