Origin
Windsor, CO
Evening in Windsor on Sunday
Local time
6:23 PM
MDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Windsor, CO to Denver, CO
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
56.9 mi
92 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 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Windsor, CO
Ezequiel Barroso
Denver, CO
MINEIA MARTINS
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Windsor to Denver, expect a straightforward 56.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 11 minutes. Since both locations are situated within the Mountain West region of Colorado, the drive is perfect for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stay. You should budget approximately $9 for fuel to cover the distance. This route is entirely highway-based, making it a functional connection between the two points rather than a leisure cruise. Because the trip is short and efficient, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule.
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
28.4 miles from Windsor, CO
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mix of driving conditions as you transition between local roads and major thoroughfares. You will spend the entirety of the 56.9 miles on highways, including the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, the North Valley Highway, and East County Road 32. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which spans 34.4 miles. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, you will need to stay alert as the road transitions through these various highway segments. It is a practical, utilitarian route that keeps you moving toward your destination without unnecessary lulls.
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.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 34.4 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 0.5 miles in near CO 392 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 56.9 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 0.5 miles (CO 392 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 53.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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CO 392 / Main Street
Turn left onto CO 392 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Turn left toward I 25 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 25 South
8
53.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward 38th Avenue, Park Avenue, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 213
Toward 38th Avenue, Park Avenue, Downtown
9
54.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Park Avenue, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Park Avenue, Downtown
7
56.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Windsor, CO to Denver, CO, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
53.8 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 34.4 mi | 34m |
| North Valley Highway | 14.2 mi | 17m |
| East County Road 32 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| North Broadway | 1 mi | 3m |
| Park Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Highway 392 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Park Avenue West | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 34.4 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Windsor, CO and Denver, CO.
1
Start on Elm Street
317 ft
·
16 sec
·
Elm Street
2
Turn right onto 4th Street
484 ft
·
26 sec
·
4th Street
3
Turn left onto Walnut Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Walnut Street
4
Turn right onto 7th Street
499 ft
·
22 sec
·
7th Street
5
Turn left onto CO 392
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on CO 392
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Highway 392
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on CO 392
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
East County Road 32
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 25 South
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 25
34 mi
·
34 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on I 25
0.6 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Valley Highway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 25
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
North Valley Highway
Use the none lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 25
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
North Valley Highway
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 213
Toward 38th Avenue, Park Avenue, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
Toward Park Avenue, Downtown
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on Park Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Avenue
16
Turn straight onto Park Avenue West
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Avenue West
Use the none lane.
17
Continue on West 22nd Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 22nd Street
Use the none lane.
18
Turn right onto North Broadway
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Broadway
Use the none lane.
19
Turn left onto East 14th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
East 14th Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left
358 ft
·
27 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 11 minute duration, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility. Since there are no mandatory stops required to complete the 56.9-mile distance, you can easily drive straight through if you prefer to reach Denver quickly. Be mindful that the route relies heavily on major highways like the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, so checking local traffic conditions before you depart is a smart move. Keep your fuel budget of $9 in mind, but otherwise, simply enjoy the ease of a drive that requires no complex overnight planning. Since this route is quite short, you can comfortably depart at any time of day that suits your itinerary.
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 28.4 miles from Windsor, CO, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.4 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 56.9 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.4 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Denver, 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.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 56.9 miles and 1h 11m.
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.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 34.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.4 mi from Windsor, CO · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 56.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Windsor, CO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Denver, CO
The final approach into Denver, 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 Denver, 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
$8.62 one way
$17.24 round trip
$3.85/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.08 | $9.15 | $18.30 |
| premium | $4.43 | $9.93 | $19.86 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.64 | $25.28 |
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: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
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
Denver, CO
Evening in Denver on Sunday
Local time
6:23 PM
MDT
Current temp
66°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
30 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 11m 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 Denver, CO covers 56.9 miles and takes about 1h 11m 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, East County Road 32. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.4 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 $8.62 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 14 significant decision points across 56.9 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 0.5 miles (CO 392 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 53.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Windsor, CO to Denver, CO, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
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