Origin
Lone Tree, CO
Afternoon in Lone Tree on Friday
Local time
1:50 PM
MDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lone Tree, CO to Arvada, CO
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
39m
Distance
27 mi
43 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lone Tree, CO
Volker Thimm
Arvada, CO
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Lone Tree, CO to Arvada, CO is 27 miles and takes about 39 minutes via South Valley Highway and I 70, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Mountain West region, specifically within Colorado. Expect a drive that involves navigating local roads and highway segments, making it more of a practical commute than a winding scenic journey. Given its brevity, this trip is easily accomplished in a single day, allowing for ample time to explore your destination.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 27 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a "turn-heavy local drive," meaning you'll encounter frequent intersections and changes in direction rather than long stretches of open highway. While about 10% of the drive is on the interstate, the longest uninterrupted segment is 17.4 miles on South Valley Highway. You'll transition between highways like I 70 and local arteries such as Ralston Road, so be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires attention to navigation.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Valley Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 17.4 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 0.9 miles in near Chester Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 27 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 39m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (Chester Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (I 25 / South Valley Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Chester Street
Turn right onto Chester Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 25 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 25 North
5
2.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 25 / South Valley Highway
Merge onto I 25 / South Valley Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
19.5 mi into trip
|
~26m 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
7
23.8 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward CO 95: Sheridan Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 271A
Toward CO 95: Sheridan Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lone Tree, CO to Arvada, CO, road signs begin pointing toward Grand Junction along the way.
Grand Junction
19.5 mi in
|
~26m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Valley Highway | 17.4 mi | 21m |
| I 70 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Ralston Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Sheridan Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| South Yosemite Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| East County Line Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Chester Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Valley Highway
— 17.4 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lone Tree, CO and Arvada, CO.
1
Start on this road
455 ft
·
22 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto South Yosemite Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Yosemite Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn right onto Chester Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Chester Street
Use the right lane.
4
Turn right onto CR 50
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
East County Line Road
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 25 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 25
17 mi
·
21 min
·
South Valley Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 214A
Toward I 70: Limon, Grand Junction
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Toward I 70
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 70 West: Grand Junction
10
Merge onto I 70
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 271A
Toward CO 95: Sheridan Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto CO 95
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Sheridan Boulevard
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Ralston Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Ralston Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Ammons Street
227 ft
·
13 sec
·
Ammons Street
15
Turn left
41 ft
·
3 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.07 one way
$8.14 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $4.31 | $8.61 |
| premium | $4.39 | $4.67 | $9.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.96 | $11.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.83 | $1.30 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.36 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Arvada, CO
Afternoon in Arvada on Friday
Local time
1:50 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Rain And Snow Showers
NNE 7 to 13 mph
80% chance
Live forecast
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
37 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
39m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lone Tree, CO to Arvada, CO covers 27 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Valley Highway, I 70, Ralston Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.5 miles from Lone Tree, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.07 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 short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 27 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 39m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (Chester Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (I 25 / South Valley Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Lone Tree, CO to Arvada, CO, road signs begin pointing toward Grand Junction along the way.
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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