Origin
Sheridan, CO
Night in Sheridan on Wednesday
Local time
9:21 PM
MDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sheridan, CO to Colorado Springs, CO
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
66.4 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sheridan, CO
RDNE Stock project
Trip Overview
The drive from Sheridan, CO to Colorado Springs, CO covers 66.4 miles and takes about 1h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Valley Highway, Monument Valley Freeway, East Belleview Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.9 miles on South Valley Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.00 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.2 miles from Sheridan, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 18m drive with frequent turns across 66.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 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 50.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near CO 88 / West Belleview Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.6 miles (CO 88 / West Belleview Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.5 miles (I 25; CO 88 / South Valley Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
CO 88 / West Belleview Avenue
Turn left onto CO 88 / West Belleview Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
8.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
I 25; CO 88 / South Valley Highway
Merge onto I 25; CO 88 / South Valley Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
65.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward Bijou Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 142
Toward Bijou Street
8
65.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 25: Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 25: Downtown
5
65.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
West Bijou Street
Turn left onto West Bijou Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Valley Highway | 50.9 mi | 53m |
| Monument Valley Freeway | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| East Belleview Avenue | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| West Belleview Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| South Federal Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Kiowa Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West Kiowa Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Bijou Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Valley Highway
— 50.9 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sheridan, CO and Colorado Springs, CO.
1
Start on CO 88
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Federal Boulevard
2
Turn left onto CO 88
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Belleview Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on CO 88
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
East Belleview Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 25 South
5
Merge onto I 25; CO 88
51 mi
·
53 min
·
South Valley Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 25
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Monument Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 142
Toward Bijou Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
495 ft
·
14 sec
Toward I 25: Downtown
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Turn left onto West Bijou Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Bijou Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Continue on West Kiowa Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Kiowa Street
11
Continue on East Kiowa Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East Kiowa Street
12
Turn right onto North Weber Street
490 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Weber Street
13
Turn right onto East Pikes Peak Avenue
422 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Pikes Peak Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
East Pikes Peak Avenue
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 33.2 miles from Sheridan, CO, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.9 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 15 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.2 miles or 41m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Colorado Springs, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Sheridan, CO so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sheridan, CO
This is one driving day of about 66.4 miles and 1h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Sheridan, CO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South Valley Highway for about 50.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.2 mi from Sheridan, CO · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.2 miles from Sheridan, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Colorado Springs, CO
The final approach into Colorado Springs, 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
$10.00 one way
$20.01 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $10.59 | $21.19 |
| premium | $4.39 | $11.49 | $22.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.30 | $4.25 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Colorado Springs, CO
Night in Colorado Springs on Wednesday
Local time
9:21 PM
MDT
Current temp
44°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
34 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 18m 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 Colorado Springs, CO covers 66.4 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Valley Highway, Monument Valley Freeway, East Belleview Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.2 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 $10.00 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 66.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.6 miles (CO 88 / West Belleview Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.5 miles (I 25; CO 88 / South Valley Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Sheridan, CO to Colorado Springs, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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