Longmont to Cortez

Updated: March 13, 2024 12:37 PM

---

Longmont to Cortez

Language

The official language of both Longmont and Cortez is English.

Currency

The official currency of both Longmont and Cortez is the United States dollar ($).

Distance

The distance between Longmont and Cortez is approximately 340 miles (547 kilometers).

How to Reach

There are several ways to travel from Longmont to Cortez, including driving, flying, and taking a train.

• Driving: The drive from Longmont to Cortez takes approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes.
• Flying: There are no direct flights between Longmont and Cortez. The closest airport to Cortez is Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO), which is about 1 hour and 30 minutes from Cortez.
• Train: There is no train service between Longmont and Cortez.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Longmont to Cortez will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year.

• Driving: The cost of gas for a round-trip drive from Longmont to Cortez is approximately $100-$150.
• Flying: The cost of a round-trip flight from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) is approximately $200-$300.
• Train: There is no train service between Longmont and Cortez.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Cortez is during the spring or fall, when the weather is mild and there are fewer crowds.

What to Eat

Cortez is known for its Southwestern cuisine. Some of the local specialties include:

• Green chile stew
• Posole
• Navajo tacos

Where to Go

There are several things to see and do in Cortez, including:

• Mesa Verde National Park: This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to some of the best-preserved Ancestral Puebloan ruins in the United States.
• Hovenweep National Monument: This remote monument is home to a variety of Ancestral Puebloan ruins, including cliff dwellings and towers.
• Canyons of the Ancients National Monument: This vast monument is home to a variety of archaeological sites, including rock art, ruins, and petroglyphs.

FAQ

1. What is the population of Cortez? The population of Cortez is approximately 8,500.
2. What is the elevation of Cortez? The elevation of Cortez is approximately 6,200 feet (1,890 meters).
3. What is the climate of Cortez? The climate of Cortez is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

Trips from Longmont

---

• 

  Longmont to Golden Gate Canyon State Park

  Golden Gate Canyon State Park is a Colorado state park located in Jefferson County, Colorado, United States. The park is home to a variety of wildlife, inc..

• 

  Longmont to Beaver Creek

  The official language of Beaver Creek is English. The official currency of Beaver Creek is the US dollar ($). The distance from Longmont to Beaver Creek is..

• 

  Longmont to Grand Lake

  The official language of Colorado is English. The official currency of Colorado is the US dollar. The distance from Longmont to Grand Lake is approximately..

• 

  Longmont to Rocky Mountain National Park

  The official language of Rocky Mountain National Park is English. The official currency of Rocky Mountain National Park is the US dollar ($). The distance ..

• 

  Longmont to Firestone

  The official language of Firestone is English. The official currency of Firestone is the United States dollar. The distance between Longmont and Firestone ..

• 

  Longmont to Frederick

  The official language of Frederick is English. The official currency of Frederick is the US dollar ($). The distance between Longmont and Frederick is appr..

• 

  Longmont to Fort Lupton

  Longmont and Fort Lupton are two cities in Colorado, United States. Longmont is located in Boulder County, while Fort Lupton is located in Weld County. The..

• 

  Longmont to Lyons

  The official language of both Longmont and Lyons is English. The official currency of both Longmont and Lyons is the US dollar. The distance between Longmo..

• 

  Longmont to Colorado National Monument

  The official language of Colorado is English. The official currency of Colorado is the US dollar. The distance from Longmont to Colorado National Monument ..

• 

  Longmont to Dinosaur National Monument

  The official language of Dinosaur National Monument is English. The official currency of Dinosaur National Monument is the US dollar ($). The distance from..