How far is Thornton, CO from Boulder, CO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Thornton and Boulder is 18.8 miles (30.25 km).
Flight distance from Thornton, CO to Boulder, CO is 18.8 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Thornton, Colorado to Boulder, Colorado is: 25.28 miles (40.68 km) by car.
Driving from Thornton to Boulder will take approximately 00 hours 31 minutes.
#1 Thornton
The seventh most populous city in Colorado. It is located in the northeastern part of the state. Thornton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Thornton Historical Society and the Thornton Town Center.
| Population | 148113 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°52'5"N 104°58'19"W |
| Latitude | 39.8680400 |
| Longitude | -104.9719200 |
| Altitude | 1631 |
| 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 Thornton and Boulder
The distance between Thornton and Boulder is 41 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 27 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 Thornton and Boulder. The current time is 04:12:06.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.38 liters (0.89 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Thornton and Boulder.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Thornton to Boulder is $3.25 (diesel $4.23).
Colorado gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.64 | $4.03 | $4.33 | $4.74 |
| Total | $3.25 | $3.6 | $3.86 | $4.23 |
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 December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Thornton and Boulder (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
