Drive Time
6h 26m
Distance
389 mi
626 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$59
one way
Photo: Franklin Peña Gutierrez
The drive from Rangely, CO to Pueblo, CO covers 389 miles and takes about 6h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Railroad Avenue, Whiteriver Avenue, the route for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $58.95 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
194.5 miles from Rangely, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 26m drive with frequent turns across 389 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 26m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rangely, CO to Pueblo, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Railroad Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Whiteriver Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 6 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 6th Avenue Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 25 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 25 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Valley Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Rangely, CO and Pueblo, CO.
Start on West Main Street
At the end of the road, turn right
Continue on Railroad Avenue
Turn left onto Whiteriver Avenue
Continue on Whiteriver Avenue
Take the ramp left
Merge slight right
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
Exit the roundabout
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 6 East: 6th Avenue, Lakewood
Merge slight left onto West 6th Avenue Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward I 25: Fort Collins, Colorado Springs
Take the exit slight right toward I 25 South: Colorado Springs
Merge slight left onto North Valley Highway
Continue on Monument Valley Freeway
Continue on Ronald Reagan Highway
Keep slight left to continue on Ronald Reagan Highway
Continue on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Continue on North Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward 29th Street
Merge slight left onto North Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward 13th Street
Continue straight
Merge slight left onto North Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward Abriendo Avenue
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 86 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 194.5 miles or 3h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pueblo, CO than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Rangely, CO so your first major turns are already loaded.
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 Rangely, CO
This is one driving day of about 389 miles and 6h 26m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 194.5 mi from Rangely, CO · 3h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
195 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.
A short stop after about 86 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 194.5 miles from Rangely, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Pueblo, 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 Pueblo, CO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$58.95 one way
$117.89 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.08 | $62.55 | $125.09 |
| premium | $4.43 | $67.89 | $135.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $86.42 | $172.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$59
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$84–$109
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 136.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 116.7 | 1 | $40.84 | $18.67 |
| Efficient EV | 97.3 | 1 | $34.04 | $15.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 155.6 | 1 | $54.46 | $24.90 |
Gas CO2
136 kg
EV CO2
46 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Rangely on Saturday
Local time
3:23 PM
MDT
Current temp
31°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Pueblo on Saturday
Local time
3:23 PM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
26°F
Aspen, CO
195 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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