Origin
Limon, CO
Afternoon in Limon on Friday
Local time
12:26 PM
MDT
Current temp
78°F
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Trip from Limon, CO to Westminster, CO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
91.7 mi
148 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Limon, CO
Marie Martin
Westminster, CO
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Trip Overview
Limon, CO to Westminster, CO is 91.7 miles and takes about 1h 40m via Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway, and Denver–Boulder Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Mountain West region, making it a straightforward journey between two points in Colorado. Expect a route that involves a good amount of highway driving, interspersed with local road segments. It’s a short enough trip that you can easily complete it in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.8 miles from Limon, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 91.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route features a significant highway component, with 3 out of 4 segments being on major highways like the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway and the Denver–Boulder Turnpike. You'll encounter a "turn-heavy local drive" profile, suggesting that while you'll spend time on faster roads, be prepared for more frequent turns and potentially slower speeds as you navigate local sections. The longest continuous stretch on the highway is 79.7 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, providing a good opportunity for steady progress before you transition to more varied road conditions. The drive's character will shift as you progress, moving from open highway to more developed areas.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 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 79.7 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 1.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 78.3 miles (I 70 / Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 81.1 miles (I 270 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 70 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 70 West
6
78.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
I 70 / Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 / Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
81.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
I 270 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway toward I 270 West: Boulder
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 279A
Toward I 270 West: Boulder
6
89.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward US 287: Federal Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 287: Federal Boulevard
8
90 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 287 North: Federal Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 287 North: Federal Boulevard
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 79.7 mi | 1h 22m |
| Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| Denver–Boulder Turnpike | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West 80th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| I 70 Business | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Lowell Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Federal Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 79.7 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Limon, CO and Westminster, CO.
1
Start on H Avenue
319 ft
·
16 sec
·
H Avenue
2
Turn right onto I 70 Business; US 24; US 40; US 287; CO 71
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto I 70 Business; US 40; US 287
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70 Business; US 40; US 287
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 70 West
5
Merge onto I 70
73 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on I 70
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270
6.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Exit 279A
Toward I 270 West: Boulder
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 36
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Denver–Boulder Turnpike
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 287: Federal Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward US 287 North: Federal Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto US 287
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Federal Boulevard
13
Turn left onto West 80th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 80th Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Lowell Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Lowell Boulevard
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto West 77th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
West 77th Avenue
16
Turn right onto Newton Street
114 ft
·
5 sec
·
Newton Street
17
Arrive at destination
Newton Street
Trip Plan
With a total drive time of just under 2 hours, this is a very manageable one-day trip. You can depart at your leisure, but leaving earlier in the day might help you avoid any potential rush hour traffic as you approach the Denver metropolitan area, particularly on the Denver–Boulder Turnpike. Since it's a relatively short drive, you won't need to plan for extensive stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially given the $14 estimated fuel cost. A practical tip for this route is to confirm your GPS is updated for any potential detours or construction, as highway segments can sometimes experience unexpected changes.
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 45.8 miles from Limon, CO, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.7 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 20 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.8 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westminster, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Limon, CO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Limon, CO
This is one driving day of about 91.7 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Limon, CO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 79.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.8 mi from Limon, CO · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.8 miles from Limon, 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 79.7 miles.
Arriving in Westminster, CO
The final approach into Westminster, CO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.82 one way
$27.63 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $14.63 | $29.26 |
| premium | $4.39 | $15.86 | $31.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.25 | $40.49 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.15
Denver–Boulder Turnpike
(2.1 mi)
$0.15
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
$14
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.63 | $4.40 |
| Efficient EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.7 | 0 | $12.84 | $5.87 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Westminster, CO
Afternoon in Westminster on Friday
Local time
12:26 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°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
32 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 40m 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 Limon, CO to Westminster, CO covers 91.7 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway, Denver–Boulder Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.8 miles from Limon, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.82 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 91.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 78.3 miles (I 70 / Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 81.1 miles (I 270 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Limon, CO to Westminster, 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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