Boulder to Brighton, Colorado: Road Trip Guide & Distance

23.9 miles 38.5 km · straight line
31.1 miles estimated 50.1 km · driving distance
38min estimated drive time
$3 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
95° E bearing direction

How far is Boulder from Brighton, Colorado?

The distance from Boulder to Brighton, Colorado is 23.9 miles (38.5 km) as the crow flies. Brighton, Colorado is located E of Boulder. By car, the driving distance is approximately 31.1 miles, taking about 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boulder and Brighton, Colorado. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Boulder to Brighton, Colorado

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 38min $3 - $4 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Boulder
40.02°N, 105.27°W
America/Denver
1655m elevation
Brighton, Colorado
39.99°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1519m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 8 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients