Origin
Sheridan, CO
Night in Sheridan on Wednesday
Local time
10:53 PM
MDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sheridan, CO to Cherry Hills Village, CO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
9m
Distance
4.7 mi
8 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 8m
★
6 AM
0h 9m
8 AM
0h 11m
10 AM
0h 10m
12 PM
0h 9m
3 PM
0h 10m
5 PM
0h 11m
8 PM
0h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sheridan, CO
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Cherry Hills Village, CO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sheridan, CO to Cherry Hills Village, CO covers 4.7 miles and takes about 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Hampden Avenue, South University Boulevard, East Jefferson Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 1.7 miles on West Hampden Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $0.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
2.3 miles from Sheridan, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 9m drive with frequent turns across 4.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Hampden Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 1.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Sheridan, CO to Cherry Hills Village, CO is easy. At 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 285 / West Hampden Avenue): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward US 285 North
Navigation decision point
Toward US 285 North
3
0.5 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 285 / West Hampden Avenue
Merge onto US 285 / West Hampden Avenue
Merge point - match speed before joining
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Hampden Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South University Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Jefferson Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Hampden Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Federal Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Hampden Bypass | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Hampden Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Hampden Avenue
— 1.7 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sheridan, CO and Cherry Hills Village, CO.
1
Start on CO 88
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
South Federal Boulevard
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward US 285 North
3
Merge onto US 285
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
West Hampden Avenue
4
Continue on US 285
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Hampden Drive
5
Continue on US 285
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Jefferson Avenue
6
Continue on US 285
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Hampden Bypass
7
Continue on US 285
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
East Hampden Avenue
8
Turn right onto CO 177
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South University Boulevard
9
Arrive at destination
CO 177
Trip Plan
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 2.3 miles from Sheridan, CO, or about 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 1.7 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 4.7 miles or 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 2.3 miles or 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cherry Hills Village, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Sheridan, CO.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sheridan, CO
This is one driving day of about 4.7 miles and 9m.
At 4.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on West Hampden Avenue for about 1.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 2.3 mi from Sheridan, CO · 4m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 4.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 2.3 miles from Sheridan, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cherry Hills Village, CO
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Cherry Hills Village, 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
$0.71 one way
$1.42 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $0.75 | $1.50 |
| premium | $4.39 | $0.81 | $1.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.04 | $2.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 1.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $0 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.4 | 0 | $0.49 | $0.23 |
| Efficient EV | 1.2 | 0 | $0.41 | $0.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Cherry Hills Village, CO
Night in Cherry Hills Village on Wednesday
Local time
10:53 PM
MDT
Current temp
79°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
9m 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 Sheridan, CO to Cherry Hills Village, CO covers 4.7 miles and takes about 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Hampden Avenue, South University Boulevard, East Jefferson Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 2.3 miles from Sheridan, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $0.71 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 Sheridan, CO to Cherry Hills Village, CO is easy. At 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 285 / West Hampden Avenue): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Sheridan, CO to Cherry Hills Village, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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