Spanning 134.8 miles through the heart of the Mountain West, this trip from Aurora to South Jordan is a straightforward trek that typically takes about 2 hours and 23 minutes. You can easily complete this journey in a single day, as it doesn't require an overnight stay or complex itinerary planning. Budgeting approximately $21 for fuel will cover your expenses for the duration of the drive. Because the route remains entirely within Utah, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish. It serves as a practical, no-nonsense connection between these two points, making it an ideal choice for travelers who prefer a direct, efficient path.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
67.4 miles from Aurora, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
104.5 mi
1h 44m
US 50
24.4 mi
29m
Main Street
2.7 mi
4m
10600 South
0.9 mi
1m
400 North
0.5 mi
1m
South Jordan Parkway
0.5 mi
<1m
10400 South
0.3 mi
1m
10515 South
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 104.5 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora, UT and South Jordan, UT.
1
Start on 100 North
30 ft·6 sec·100 North
2
Turn left onto SR 260
2.7 mi·4 min·Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 50
24 mi·29 min·US 50
4
Turn left onto US 50
0.5 mi·1 min·400 North
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi·30 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
6
Merge onto I 15
104 mi·1 hr 44 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
327 ft·4 sec
Exit 293Toward SR 151: 10600 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·16 sec
Toward SR 151 West: 10600 South
9
Turn slight left onto SR 151
0.9 mi·1 min·10600 South
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on SR 151
0.2 mi·23 sec·10515 South
11
Continue on SR 151
0.5 mi·49 sec·South Jordan Parkway
12
Continue on SR 151
0.2 mi·51 sec·10400 South
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on SR 151
0.1 mi·12 sec·10400 South
14
Arrive at destination
SR 151
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You won't need to worry about planning long-term stops, as the 2 hour and 23 minute duration is manageable without a formal break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before heading out, ensuring you have at least $21 allocated for gas to complete the trip comfortably. Given the turn-heavy nature of the local sections, stay alert to road signage as you transition between the Veterans Memorial Highway and local streets. Utilizing the 104.5-mile highway stretch effectively will help you maintain a steady pace before you reach the more congested local roads near your destination.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 67.4 miles from Aurora, UT, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 30 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.4 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Jordan, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Aurora, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Aurora, UT
This is one driving day of about 134.8 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Aurora, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 104.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 132.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|SR 260 / Main Street
Turn left onto SR 260 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
27.6 mi into trip|~34m in
Take the exit toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
5
28.1 mi into trip|~35m in|I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
132.6 mi into trip|~2h 19m in
Take the exit toward SR 151: 10600 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 293
Toward SR 151: 10600 South
6
132.6 mi into trip|~2h 19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 151 West: 10600 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward SR 151 West: 10600 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.36 one way
$42.72 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$22.39
$44.78
premium
$4.53
$24.05
$48.09
diesel
$5.61
$29.76
$59.52
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.4
0
$14.15
$6.47
Efficient EV
33.7
0
$11.80
$5.39
EV Truck/SUV
53.9
0
$18.87
$8.63
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Aurora, UT
Night
in Aurora on Saturday
Local time
10:35 PM
MDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
South Jordan, UT
Night
in South Jordan on Saturday
Local time
10:35 PM
MDT
Current temp
37°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
N 2 to 7 mph84% chanceLive forecast
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 12 at 9:47PM MDT until April 14 at 3:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 23m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Timpanogos Cave National Monument
National Monument
The visitor center, caves, and cave tours have not yet opened for the 2026 season. Hike your way past stunning vistas to explore a hidden underground world. Taste the thrill of caving as you twist and...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
$12
near mile 116.2
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While about 18% of the route utilizes major highways, the majority of your time is spent navigating smaller roads like Main Street and US 50. You will encounter a significant 104.5-mile stretch on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which provides the most consistent portion of your travel. The character of the road shifts noticeably as you transition from rural stretches into more developed areas. Be prepared for a mix of fast-paced highway segments and the more technical, winding nature of local roads that define this 134.8-mile journey.
Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.5 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 260 / Main Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 23m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 260 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 28.1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,239 ft4,442 ft
Total Climb
1,535 ft
Total Descent
2,292 ft
Highest Point
6,239 ft
~9.6 mi in
Elevation Range
1,797 ft
Notable High Points
6,239 ft at ~9.6 miles+359 ft prominence
5,228 ft at ~57.8 miles+12 ft prominence
4,792 ft at ~125.1 miles+245 ft prominence
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 134.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.5 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 260 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 28.1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at South Jordan, UT before heading back.
