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What’s the best route from California to Colorado?
We’re having a family reunion in Colorado, but I’ve never actually made the drive there from California before. What’s the best route from California to Colorado?
Mary Alice Morris · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
The best route from
California
to Colorado
depends on which part of California is your starting point. If you’re leaving from the San Francisco
area, your best bet is to make your way to I-80 E. From there, take the following steps:- Take exit 48 toward East Fernley.
- From East Fernley, get on I-80BUS W and take it to the exit for US-50 Alt E.
- Continue on US-50 E through Utah until you reach the I-15 N merger toward Salt Lake City.
- Follow I-15 N and US-50 E to I-70 E, and take I-70 into Colorado.
This route covers 1,209 miles and will take 19 to 20 hours to complete.
If you’re leaving from southern California or the
Los Angeles
area, you’ll travel mostly on I-15 N and I-70 E. Start by getting on I-10 E and from there:- Take exit 58A to get on I-15 N, and follow I-15 all the way through Nevada, Arizona, and part of Utah
- Take exit 132 onto I-70 E toward Denver and into Colorado.
This route from Los Angeles is 1,017 miles and will take about 15 to 16 hours to complete.
Before you head out, make sure to download a
navigation app
to help you avoid traffic jams and roadwork on the way. A good app can also help you find the best places to stop on your trip!One more thing you need to do before a road trip is make sure you’ve got the right
car insurance
policy. You can comparison shop for a new policy or find additional coverage with Jerry
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