Origin
Westminster, CO
Night in Westminster on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
27m
Distance
15.8 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
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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Sheridan, CO
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The drive from Westminster, CO to Sheridan, CO covers 15.8 miles and takes about 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 77th Avenue, Lowell Boulevard, West 72nd Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.38 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
7.9 miles from Westminster, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Expect a 27m drive with frequent turns across 15.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Westminster, CO to Sheridan, CO is easy. At 27m 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 Westminster, CO to Sheridan, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 77th Avenue | — | — |
| Lowell Boulevard | — | — |
| West 72nd Avenue | — | — |
| Federal Boulevard | — | — |
| North Speer Boulevard | — | — |
| I 25 South | — | — |
| North Valley Highway | — | — |
| US 85 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Westminster, CO and Sheridan, CO.
Start on Newton Street
Turn left onto West 77th Avenue
At the end of the road, turn right onto Lowell Boulevard
Turn left onto West 72nd Avenue
Turn right onto Federal Boulevard
Turn left onto North Speer Boulevard
Take the ramp slight right toward I 25 South: Colorado Springs
Merge slight left onto North Valley Highway
Take the exit slight right toward US 85: Santa Fe Drive
Take the exit slight right toward US 285 South
Merge slight left onto West Hampden Avenue
Take the exit slight right toward CO 88
Keep slight left to continue on CO 88 South
Turn left onto South Federal Boulevard
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 15.8 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.9 miles or 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sheridan, CO than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Westminster, CO.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Westminster, CO
This is one driving day of about 15.8 miles and 27m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.9 mi from Westminster, CO · 13m into the drive
A short stop after about 15.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 7.9 miles from Westminster, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Sheridan, 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.
Regular Gas
$2.38 one way
$4.76 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.05 | $2.52 | $5.04 |
| premium | $4.39 | $2.73 | $5.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.49 | $6.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.66 | $0.76 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.38 | $0.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.21 | $1.01 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Westminster on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Sheridan on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
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
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.
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