Origin
Paonia, CO
Afternoon in Paonia on Thursday
Local time
3:18 PM
MDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paonia, CO to Cedaredge, CO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
56m
Distance
36.9 mi
59 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cedaredge, CO
Matheus Bertelli
Trip Overview
The drive from Paonia, CO to Cedaredge, CO covers 36.9 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Bridge Street, CO 65, CO 133 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16.7 miles on East Bridge Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.56 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 36.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Paonia, CO to Cedaredge, CO covers 36.9 miles and takes about 56m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Bridge Street is the longest continuous segment at about 16.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 3rd Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Paonia, CO to Cedaredge, CO is easy. At 56m with 51% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (CO 133): Navigation decision point; at 25.9 miles (CO 65): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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3rd Street
Turn left onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
3
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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CO 133
Turn left onto CO 133
Navigation decision point
6
25.9 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
CO 65
Turn right onto CO 65
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
36.7 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
West Main Street
Turn left onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
36.8 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
Northwest 3rd Street
Turn right onto Northwest 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Bridge Street | 16.7 mi | 22m |
| CO 65 | 10.8 mi | 17m |
| CO 133 | 7.9 mi | 13m |
| Samuel Wade Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| CO 92 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northwest 3rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Bridge Street
— 16.7 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paonia, CO and Cedaredge, CO.
1
Start on Orchard Avenue
53 ft
·
7 sec
·
Orchard Avenue
2
Turn left onto 3rd Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Street
3
Continue on Samuel Wade Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Samuel Wade Road
4
Turn left onto CO 133
7.9 mi
·
13 min
·
CO 133
5
Continue on CO 92
17 mi
·
22 min
·
East Bridge Street
6
Continue on CO 92
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
CO 92
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto CO 65
11 mi
·
17 min
·
CO 65
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Main Street
9
Turn right onto Northwest 3rd Street
351 ft
·
15 sec
·
Northwest 3rd Street
10
Arrive at destination
Northwest 3rd Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.5 mi from Paonia, CO · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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
Arriving in Cedaredge, CO
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Cedaredge, CO if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.56 one way
$11.12 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $5.89 | $11.77 |
| premium | $4.39 | $6.38 | $12.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.15 | $16.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Cedaredge, CO
Afternoon in Cedaredge on Thursday
Local time
3:18 PM
MDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
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
1 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
56m 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 Paonia, CO to Cedaredge, CO covers 36.9 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Bridge Street, CO 65, CO 133. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.5 miles from Paonia, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.56 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.
The drive from Paonia, CO to Cedaredge, CO is easy. At 56m with 51% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (CO 133): Navigation decision point; at 25.9 miles (CO 65): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Paonia, CO to Cedaredge, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park.
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