Origin
Windsor, CO
Evening in Windsor on Sunday
Local time
5:06 PM
MDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Windsor, CO to Castle Rock, CO
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
99.5 mi
160 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
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6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Windsor, CO
Ezequiel Barroso
Castle Rock, CO
Peter Mayer
Trip Overview
Traveling from Windsor to Castle Rock covers 99.5 miles of Colorado terrain, typically taking about 1 hour and 34 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey stays entirely within the Mountain West region, it is perfectly suited for a simple one-day trip. You should budget approximately $14 for fuel to complete the trek. Since there are no mandatory stops required, you have the flexibility to power through or take your time as needed. This route is a straightforward local connection, making it an efficient choice for those looking to traverse the area without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.
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
49.7 miles from Windsor, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate primarily via 4th Street, Walnut Street, and 7th Street to reach your destination. Because the longest stretch on any single road is 0 miles on 4th Street, you should prepare for constant maneuvering and frequent turns. The experience is defined by local navigation, keeping you engaged with the road rather than settling into a monotonous highway rhythm. It is a practical, hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention throughout the nearly 100-mile distance.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
4th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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 Windsor, CO to Castle Rock, CO is easy. At 1h 34m 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 Windsor, CO to Castle Rock, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Walnut Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 7th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 392 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East County Road 32 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 25 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dwight D | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
4th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Windsor, CO and Castle Rock, CO.
1
Start on Elm Street
318 ft
·
16 sec
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Elm Street
2
Turn right onto 4th Street
486 ft
·
27 sec
·
4th Street
3
Turn left onto Walnut Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Walnut Street
4
Turn right onto 7th Street
499 ft
·
22 sec
·
7th Street
5
Turn left onto Main Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
6
Continue on Highway 392
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Highway 392
7
Continue on East County Road 32
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East County Road 32
8
Turn left onto I 25 South
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
I 25 South
9
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
34 mi
·
34 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
10
Continue on North Valley Highway
0.6 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Valley Highway
11
Keep slight right to continue on North Valley Highway
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
North Valley Highway
12
Keep slight right to continue on North Valley Highway
36 mi
·
43 min
·
North Valley Highway
13
Take the exit slight right toward Wilcox Street, Wolfensberger Road
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Wilcox Street, Wolfensberger Road
14
Turn left onto East Wolfensberger Road
433 ft
·
21 sec
·
East Wolfensberger Road
15
Continue on North Wilcox Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Wilcox Street
16
Turn left onto 5th Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
5th Street
17
Turn right onto North Cantril Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Cantril Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the local nature of these roads, try to plan your departure during off-peak hours to avoid the inevitable congestion of town-to-town travel. Since the entire trip is under two hours, you have the advantage of total flexibility regarding your schedule. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy profile means you will be navigating intersections frequently, so stay alert for local signage. Setting aside $14 for gas is a small price for the convenience of this direct path. Because there are no designated stops, ensure your vehicle is fueled and ready before you head out to maintain a smooth, uninterrupted flow from Windsor to Castle Rock.
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 49.7 miles from Windsor, CO, or about 47m 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 80 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 47m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Castle Rock, CO than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Windsor, 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 Windsor, CO
This is one driving day of about 99.5 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Windsor, 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 49.7 mi from Windsor, CO · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.7 miles from Windsor, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Castle Rock, CO
The final approach into Castle Rock, 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 Castle Rock, 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
$15.08 one way
$30.16 round trip
$3.85/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.08 | $16.00 | $32.00 |
| premium | $4.43 | $17.37 | $34.73 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.11 | $44.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.45 | $4.78 |
| Efficient EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.71 | $3.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.93 | $6.37 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Castle Rock, CO
Evening in Castle Rock on Sunday
Local time
5:06 PM
MDT
Current temp
38°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
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 34m 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 Windsor, CO to Castle Rock, CO covers 99.5 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 4th Street, Walnut Street, 7th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.7 miles from Windsor, CO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.08 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 Windsor, CO to Castle Rock, CO is easy. At 1h 34m 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 Windsor, CO to Castle Rock, CO is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Windsor, CO to Castle Rock, CO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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