Day trip from Thornton to Centennial
Centennial lies 33 km (21 mi) south of Thornton, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 33 km (21 mi) apart, Centennial is a realistic day trip from Thornton: about 32 min each way by road.
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| Thornton | Centennial | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 133,451 | 109,741 |
| Elevation | 1,635 m (5,364 ft) | 1,781 m (5,843 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Denver) | UTC-6 (America/Denver) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Centennial
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Staying in Centennial
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Common questions
How far is Centennial from Thornton?
33 km (21 mi) in a straight line, south of Thornton; by road roughly 40 km (25 mi).
How long does it take to get from Thornton to Centennial by road?
About 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Thornton and Centennial?
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 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.