Origin
Westminster, CO
Night in Westminster on Tuesday
Local time
10:48 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Westminster, CO to Timnath, CO
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
51.2 mi
82 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
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6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westminster, CO
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Timnath, CO
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Trip Overview
The drive from Westminster, CO to Timnath, CO covers 51.2 miles and takes about 1h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, North Valley Highway, Federal Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37.3 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.71 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
25.6 miles from Westminster, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 1m drive with frequent turns across 51.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 37.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West 78th Avenue.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 51.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West 78th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Turnpike Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Lowell Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West 78th Avenue
Turn right onto West 78th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Turnpike Drive
At end of road, turn right onto North Turnpike Drive
Navigation decision point
7
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Lowell Boulevard
Turn left onto Lowell Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
4.7 mi into trip
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~10m in
Turn left toward I 25 North: Fort Collins, Cheyenne
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 25 North: Fort Collins, Cheyenne
6
7.2 mi into trip
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~14m in
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I 25 / North Valley Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 25 / North Valley Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Westminster, CO to Timnath, CO, road signs begin pointing toward Cheyenne along the way.
Cheyenne
4.7 mi in
|
~10m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 37.3 mi | 37m |
| North Valley Highway | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| Federal Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Thornton Parkway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West 92nd Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| West 80th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Harmony Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 37.3 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westminster, CO and Timnath, CO.
1
Start on Newton Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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Newton Street
2
Turn right onto West 78th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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West 78th Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto North Turnpike Drive
106 ft
·
10 sec
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North Turnpike Drive
4
Turn left onto Lowell Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Lowell Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto West 80th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West 80th Avenue
6
Turn left onto US 287
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Federal Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Turn right onto West 92nd Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 92nd Avenue
8
Continue on Thornton Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Thornton Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 25 North: Fort Collins, Cheyenne
Use the left lane.
10
Merge onto I 25
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Valley Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 25
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
North Valley Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on I 25
37 mi
·
37 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 265
Toward Harmony Road
14
Turn right onto East Harmony Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Harmony Road
15
Turn left onto Timnath Parkway
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Timnath Parkway
16
Turn left onto Deer Park Avenue
302 ft
·
15 sec
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Deer Park Avenue
17
Turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
18
Turn left onto 3rd Avenue
425 ft
·
18 sec
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3rd Avenue
19
Turn straight onto 3rd Avenue
209 ft
·
15 sec
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3rd Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
3rd 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 25.6 miles from Westminster, CO, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.3 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 51.2 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.6 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Timnath, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Westminster, 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 Westminster, CO
This is one driving day of about 51.2 miles and 1h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Westminster, 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.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 37.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.6 mi from Westminster, CO · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 51.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.6 miles from Westminster, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Timnath, CO
The final approach into Timnath, 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 Timnath, 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
$7.71 one way
$15.43 round trip
$3.83/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
| premium | $4.39 | $8.86 | $17.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.30 | $22.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.38 | $2.46 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.48 | $2.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.17 | $3.28 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
Timnath, CO
Night in Timnath on Tuesday
Local time
10:48 PM
MDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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 1m 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 Westminster, CO to Timnath, CO covers 51.2 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, North Valley Highway, Federal Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.6 miles from Westminster, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.71 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 51.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West 78th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Turnpike Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Lowell Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Westminster, CO to Timnath, CO, road signs begin pointing toward Cheyenne along the way.
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