Driving from Fort Collins to Thornton
Thornton lies 80 km (50 mi) south of Fort Collins, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 5 min without stops, over roughly 98 km (61 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Fort Collins | Thornton | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 170,924 | 133,451 |
| Elevation | 1,531 m (5,023 ft) | 1,635 m (5,364 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Denver) | UTC-6 (America/Denver) |
| Postal codes | 80521–80553 | 80241 |
Where to book car hire from Fort Collins to Thornton
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Staying in Thornton
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Common questions
How far is Thornton from Fort Collins?
80 km (50 mi) in a straight line, south of Fort Collins; by road roughly 98 km (61 mi).
How long does it take to get from Fort Collins to Thornton by car?
About 1 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Fort Collins and Thornton?
No, both are on America/Denver at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.