Blanding, UT Road Trips
With 7 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Blanding, UT works well as a modest departure point in the Mountain West. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 301 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Blanding, UT head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
343.4 mi
Ogden, UT
Quickest Drive
5h 21m
Provo, UT
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Driving from Blanding, UT
The typical drive from Blanding, UT covers about 301 miles and takes around 5h 59m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 343 miles (6h 43m), while the shortest is just 265 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Blanding, UT most often head toward Ogden, UT (343.4 mi, 6h 43m), Layton, UT (330.3 mi, 6h 28m), Millcreek, UT (303.3 mi, 6h 1m), West Jordan, UT (298.7 mi, 5h 57m), and Sandy, UT (296.2 mi, 5h 53m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in UT currently averages around $3.89 per gallon. For the typical 301-mile trip from Blanding, UT, budget about $46 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 7 mapped routes leaving Blanding, UT and 0 routes heading into Blanding, UT, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 265 to 343 miles.
The longest mapped route from Blanding, UT covers 343 miles and takes approximately 6h 43m. Shorter options start at just 265 miles.
The average route from Blanding, UT runs about 301 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 59m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.89/gallon for regular), the average 301-mile trip from Blanding, UT costs roughly $46 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Blanding, UT include Ogden, UT, Layton, UT, Millcreek, UT and West Jordan, UT. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Blanding, UT by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
3,303
Median Income
$63,333
Median Home Value
$225,000
Median Age
30.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Blanding, UT at a Glance
Founded
1905
Elevation
6,106 ft
Area
13 mi²
Notable People from Blanding, UT
A sampling of people born in Blanding, UT.
Buu Nygren
1986
American politician (born 1986)
City data from Wikidata (Q284727), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Blanding, UT
Blanding is a city in Utah's Canyon Country.
The Dinosaur Museum, 754 South 200 West, ☏ +1 435-678-3454. Open from April 15 to October 15, M-Sa 9AM-5PM. $2. 1 Edge of the Cedars State Park (Anasazi historical site), ☏ +1 435 678-2238. Day use $5, Children and Utah seniors $3. (updated May 2018) 2 Goosenecks State Park. open year round, 24/7. Located some 56 miles south-west of Blanding, this park is also managed by the Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum. Unless you're up for some serious camping, Blanding is probably the best base from where to explore the spectacular geology and great views in this rather undeveloped park. free access.
Bears Ears Inn, 34 E Center Street, ☏ +1 435-270-4760.
Travel tips adapted from Blanding on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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