How far is it from Idaho Springs, CO, to Silverthorne, CO, ?

The distance between Idaho Springs, CO, and Silverthorne, CO, is 39 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Idaho Springs, CO, to Silverthorne, CO, ?

The drive from Idaho Springs, CO, to Silverthorne, CO, takes approximately 50 min by car.

What is the best route from Idaho Springs, CO, to Silverthorne, CO, ?

The fastest route from Idaho Springs, CO, to Silverthorne, CO, covers 39 mi with a driving time of approximately 50 min.

Which direction is Silverthorne, CO from Idaho Springs, CO?

Silverthorne, CO lies roughly to the west of Idaho Springs, CO.

Which roads does the route from Idaho Springs, CO to Silverthorne, CO follow?

The drive from Idaho Springs, CO to Silverthorne, CO mainly follows I 70.

Which towns do you pass between Idaho Springs, CO and Silverthorne, CO?

Towns on the route from Idaho Springs, CO to Silverthorne, CO include Georgetown, Breckenridge.

Are there charging stations between Idaho Springs, CO and Silverthorne, CO?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Idaho Springs, CO to Silverthorne, CO, including Marketplace at Bergen Park (Evergreen, CO) (350 kW); Walmart 986 (Frisco, CO) (350 kW); AC Hotel - Tesla Supercharger (250 kW). Charging points on this route: 46.

Idaho Springs, CO Silverthorne, CO

Distance: 39 miDuration: 50 min

Driving from Idaho Springs, CO to Silverthorne, CO takes about 50 min via I 70. The distance is 39 mi. The straight-line distance is 32 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Idaho Springs, CO, Downieville-Lawson-Dumont, CO, Silver Plume, CO. Driving directions

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Driving directions11 · 39 mi

1 Depart left onto Riverside Drive 1 mi
2 Turn right onto Gilson Avenue 129 yd
3 Turn left onto Colorado Boulevard 164 yd
4 Enter roundabout slightly right 6 yd
5 Exit roundabout slightly right 1 mi
6 Merge slightly left 36 mi
7 Take exit slightly right 1 mi
8 Keep slightly right 99 yd

9 Merge slightly left onto Blue River Parkway 3 mi
10 Turn left onto Golden Eagle Road 1 mi
11 Arrive left onto Golden Eagle Road

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The return trip from Silverthorne, CO to Idaho Springs, CO covers roughly the same distance, 39 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

46 chargers

Marketplace at Bergen Park (Evergreen, CO)CCS · 1173 Bergen Pkwy, Evergreen, CO, 80439350 kW
Walmart 986 (Frisco, CO)CCS · 840 Summit Blvd, Frisco, CO, 80443350 kW
AC Hotel - Tesla SuperchargerCCS, Tesla · 1202 Summit Blvd, Frisco, CO, 80443250 kW
Conoco Gas Station - Tesla SuperchargerCCS, Tesla · 50 Frontage Rd, Frisco, CO, 80443250 kW
Kum & Go - Tesla SuperchargerTesla · 1319 Miner Street, Idaho Springs, CO, 80452250 kW

EV Charging Stations

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

Silverthorne, CO → Blue River, CO21 mi · 40 min Silverthorne, CO → Dillon, CO5 mi · 10 min Silverthorne, CO → Frisco, CO7 mi · 15 min Silverthorne, CO → Breckenridge, CO15 mi · 30 min Silverthorne, CO → Georgetown, CO26 mi · 40 min Silverthorne, CO → Alma, CO32 mi · 1 h

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated October 5, 2026.

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How far is it from Idaho Springs, CO, {fromState} to Silverthorne, CO, {toState}?: The distance between Idaho Springs, CO, {fromState} and Silverthorne, CO, {toState} is 39 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Idaho Springs, CO, {fromState} to Silverthorne, CO, {toState}?: The drive from Idaho Springs, CO, {fromState} to Silverthorne, CO, {toState} takes approximately 50 min by car.
What is the best route from Idaho Springs, CO, {fromState} to Silverthorne, CO, {toState}?: The fastest route from Idaho Springs, CO, {fromState} to Silverthorne, CO, {toState} covers 39 mi with a driving time of approximately 50 min.
Which direction is Silverthorne, CO from Idaho Springs, CO?: Silverthorne, CO lies roughly to the west of Idaho Springs, CO.
Which roads does the route from Idaho Springs, CO to Silverthorne, CO follow?: The drive from Idaho Springs, CO to Silverthorne, CO mainly follows I 70.
Which towns do you pass between Idaho Springs, CO and Silverthorne, CO?: Towns on the route from Idaho Springs, CO to Silverthorne, CO include Georgetown, Breckenridge.
Are there charging stations between Idaho Springs, CO and Silverthorne, CO?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Idaho Springs, CO to Silverthorne, CO, including Marketplace at Bergen Park (Evergreen, CO) (350 kW); Walmart 986 (Frisco, CO) (350 kW); AC Hotel - Tesla Supercharger (250 kW). Charging points on this route: 46.

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