How far is Fort Collins, CO from Boulder, CO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Fort Collins and Boulder is 40.6 miles (65.35 km).
Flight distance from Fort Collins, CO to Boulder, CO is 40.6 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Fort Collins, Colorado to Boulder, Colorado is: 55.09 miles (88.66 km) by car.
Driving from Fort Collins to Boulder will take approximately 01 hours 04 minutes.
#1 Fort Collins
The fifth most populous city in Colorado. It is located in the northeastern part of the state. Fort Collins is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Colorado State University and the Fort Collins Museum of Art.
| Population | 168234 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°35'7"N 105°5'4"W |
| Latitude | 40.5852600 |
| Longitude | -105.0844200 |
| Altitude | 1525 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Boulder
The most populous city in Boulder County, Colorado. It is located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Boulder is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of Colorado Boulder and the Boulder Creek Path.
| Population | 107645 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°0'54"N 105°16'14"W |
| Latitude | 40.0149900 |
| Longitude | -105.2705500 |
| Altitude | 1624 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Boulder: (-105.27055,40.014996)
Estimated Travel Time Between Fort Collins and Boulder
The distance between Fort Collins and Boulder is 89 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 59 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Fort Collins and Boulder. The current time is 17:23:02.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.36 liters (1.94 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Fort Collins and Boulder.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Fort Collins to Boulder is $7.08 (diesel $9.21).
Colorado gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.64 | $4.03 | $4.33 | $4.74 |
| Total | $7.08 | $7.84 | $8.41 | $9.21 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Colorado ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.640 (Diesel $4.737) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 12, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Fort Collins and Boulder (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Broomfield, CO to Fort Collins 55.08 miles (89 km)
Driving distance from Colorado Springs, CO to Fort Collins 146.28 miles (235 km)
