Origin
Superior, CO
Late night in Superior on Wednesday
Local time
2:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Superior, CO to Fort Collins, CO
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
58.5 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
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6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Superior, CO
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Fort Collins, CO
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Trip Overview
This 58.5-mile drive from Superior to Fort Collins, Colorado, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just about 1 hour and 8 minutes. The route primarily follows the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, with portions on the Northwest Parkway and East Mulberry Street. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $9, it’s an economical choice for a short excursion within the Mountain West region. This drive is characterized by its turn-heavy local feel, suggesting a need for attention to navigation rather than a focus on long, scenic stretches. Since there are no recommended stops, you can complete this journey with minimal interruption.
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
29.3 miles from Superior, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, rather than a straightforward highway cruise. While 18% of the journey is on highways, much of the drive involves navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 41.2 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, offering a period of consistent travel before transitions. The road's personality shifts between highway speeds and more intricate local road segments, requiring you to adjust your driving style and awareness as you progress toward Fort Collins.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
2nd Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
5,497 ft
4,844 ft
Total Climb
374 ft
Total Descent
866 ft
Highest Point
5,497 ft
Elevation Range
653 ft
Notable High Points
5,223 ft at ~12.5 miles
+19 ft prominence
5,047 ft at ~37.6 miles
+81 ft prominence
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Superior, CO to Fort Collins, CO is easy. At 1h 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Superior, CO to Fort Collins, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Marshall Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| McCaslin Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 36 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Denver–Boulder Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northwest Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Interlocken Loop | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 25 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
2nd Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Superior, CO and Fort Collins, CO.
1
Start on the route
141 ft
·
16 sec
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the route
2
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
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2nd Avenue
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Marshall Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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Marshall Road
4
Turn left onto McCaslin Boulevard
367 ft
·
24 sec
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McCaslin Boulevard
5
Take the ramp straight toward US 36 East: Denver
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
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US 36 East: Denver
6
Merge slight left onto Denver–Boulder Turnpike
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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Denver–Boulder Turnpike
7
Keep slight right to continue on Denver–Boulder Turnpike
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
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Denver–Boulder Turnpike
8
Take the exit slight right toward Northwest Parkway, Interlocken Loop
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
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Northwest Parkway, Interlocken Loop
9
Keep slight left to continue on Northwest Parkway, RTD Park-n-Ride, Louisville
220 ft
·
8 sec
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Northwest Parkway, RTD Park-n-Ride, Louisville
10
Turn left onto Interlocken Loop
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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Interlocken Loop
11
Continue on Northwest Parkway
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Northwest Parkway
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 25: Fort Collins, Denver
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
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I 25: Fort Collins, Denver
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 25 North: Fort Collins
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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I 25 North: Fort Collins
14
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
41 mi
·
41 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
15
Take the exit slight right toward CO 14 West: Fort Collins
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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CO 14 West: Fort Collins
16
Merge slight left onto East Mulberry Street
4.0 mi
·
7 min
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East Mulberry Street
17
Continue on West Mulberry Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
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West Mulberry Street
18
Turn right onto South Meldrum Street
499 ft
·
29 sec
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South Meldrum Street
19
Turn left onto West Magnolia Street
476 ft
·
18 sec
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West Magnolia Street
20
Continue on South Sherwood Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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South Sherwood Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 1-hour duration, this route offers great flexibility; you can depart at any time that suits your schedule. The estimated fuel cost of $9 is quite low, so you won't need to worry much about budgeting for gas. Pay close attention to the transitions between the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, Northwest Parkway, and East Mulberry Street, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests these can be more complex than they appear. Since no stops are recommended, plan your personal breaks before you set off or upon arrival in Fort Collins.
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 29.3 miles from Superior, CO, or about 34m into the drive.
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 58.5 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.3 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Collins, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Superior, CO so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Superior, CO
This is one driving day of about 58.5 miles and 1h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Superior, CO.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.3 mi from Superior, CO · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 58.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.3 miles from Superior, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fort Collins, CO
The final approach into Fort Collins, 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 Fort Collins, CO.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.81 one way
$17.63 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $9.33 | $18.66 |
| premium | $4.39 | $10.12 | $20.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.92 | $25.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.14 | $2.81 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.19 | $3.74 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Fort Collins, CO
Late night in Fort Collins on Wednesday
Local time
2:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
79°F
Frederick, CO
29 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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
1h 8m 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 Superior, CO to Fort Collins, CO covers 58.5 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 2nd Avenue, Marshall Road, McCaslin Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.3 miles from Superior, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.81 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 Superior, CO to Fort Collins, CO is easy. At 1h 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Superior, CO to Fort Collins, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Superior, CO to Fort Collins, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
High-altitude sections with notable climbs. The route ranges from 4,844 ft to 5,497 ft elevation with about 374 ft of total climbing. There are 2 notable high points along the way.
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