Colorado Springs to Fort Collins: Road Trip Guide & Distance

121.8 miles 196 km · straight line
132.7 miles actual route 213.6 km · driving distance
2h 31min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
353° N bearing direction

How far is Colorado Springs from Fort Collins?

The distance from Colorado Springs to Fort Collins is 121.8 miles (196 km) as the crow flies. Fort Collins is located N of Colorado Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 132.7 miles, taking about 2h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Colorado Springs and Fort Collins. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Colorado Springs to Fort Collins

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 31min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 1min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 23min $16–$46* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colorado Springs & Fort Collins

Quick Facts

Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m elevation
Fort Collins
40.59°N, 105.08°W
America/Denver
1525m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 204.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM