How far is Thornton, CO from Fort Collins, CO?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Thornton and Fort Collins is 49.91 miles (80.32 km).
Flight distance from Thornton, CO to Fort Collins, CO is 49.91 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Thornton, Colorado to Fort Collins, Colorado is: 55.65 miles (89.56 km) by car.
Driving from Thornton to Fort Collins will take approximately 00 hours 57 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 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 |
Ending point in Fort Collins: South Sherwood Street (-105.08428,40.58526)
Estimated Travel Time Between Thornton and Fort Collins
The distance between Thornton and Fort Collins is 90 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 Thornton and Fort Collins. The current time is 04:52:19.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 51 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 23 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 7.43 liters (1.96 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Thornton and Fort Collins.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Thornton to Fort Collins is $7.15 (diesel $9.3).
Colorado gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.64 | $4.03 | $4.33 | $4.74 |
| Total | $7.15 | $7.92 | $8.49 | $9.3 |
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 Fort Collins (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
