Day trip from Thornton to Lakewood
Lakewood lies 20 km (13 mi) south-west of Thornton, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 20 km (13 mi) apart, Lakewood is a realistic day trip from Thornton: about 20 min each way by road.
| Thornton | Lakewood | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 133,451 | 152,597 |
| Elevation | 1,635 m (5,364 ft) | 1,682 m (5,518 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Denver) | UTC-6 (America/Denver) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Lakewood
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Staying in Lakewood
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Common questions
How far is Lakewood from Thornton?
20 km (13 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Thornton; by road roughly 25 km (15 mi).
How long does it take to get from Thornton to Lakewood by road?
About 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Thornton and Lakewood?
No, both are on America/Denver at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.