Embark on a 221-mile journey from Beaver, UT to Layton, UT, a drive that will take approximately 3 hours and 16 minutes. This route is best suited as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $35, making it an economical option. You'll navigate primarily on local roads and Veterans Memorial Highway, with a minimal highway share, suggesting a more localized travel experience within the Mountain West region. This trip offers a straightforward connection between two points in Utah.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
110.3 miles from Beaver, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 53m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
217.7 mi
3h 40m
North Main Street
1.5 mi
3m
Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Gentile Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Layton Parkway
0.1 mi
<1m
East 200 North Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 217.7 mi, about 3h 40m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 246 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,934 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~273 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
21.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beaver, UT and Layton, UT.
1
Start on SR 153
64 ft·3 sec·East 200 North Street
2
Turn right onto I 15 Bu; SR 160
1.5 mi·3 min·North Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·55 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake
4
Merge onto I 15
212 mi·3 hr 33 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
5.9 mi·6 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 330Toward SR 126 North: Layton ParkwayUse the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
471 ft·13 sec
Toward Layton ParkwayUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Turn slight left onto SR 126
0.1 mi·15 sec·Layton Parkway
9
Turn right onto SR 126
0.3 mi·39 sec·Main Street
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto Gentile Street
0.3 mi·29 sec·Gentile Street
Use the left lane.
11
Arrive at destination
Gentile Street
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3-hour and 16-minute duration, this 221-mile trip from Beaver to Layton is easily accomplished in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable pace. With only one recommended stop, plan your break strategically to coincide with a midway point or when you feel ready for a stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as local driving can sometimes be less predictable in terms of readily available stations compared to major interstates. The $35 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a little extra budgeted.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 110.3 miles from Beaver, UT, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 217.7 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 49 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.3 miles or 1h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Layton, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beaver, 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 Beaver, UT
This is one driving day of about 220.6 miles and 3h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Beaver, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 217.7 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 220 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.9 mi into trip|~4m 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.
6
213.7 mi into trip|~3h 37m in|I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
219.6 mi into trip|~3h 44m in
Take the exit toward SR 126 North: Layton Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 330
Toward SR 126 North: Layton Parkway
8
219.8 mi into trip|~3h 44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Layton Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Layton Parkway
5
220 mi into trip|~3h 45m in|SR 126 / Main Street
Turn right onto SR 126 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.38 one way
$68.77 round trip
$3.96/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.17
$36.24
$72.49
premium
$4.47
$38.86
$77.71
diesel
$4.80
$41.65
$83.31
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.2
0
$23.16
$10.59
Efficient EV
55.2
0
$19.30
$8.82
EV Truck/SUV
88.2
1
$30.88
$14.12
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Beaver, UT
Late night
in Beaver on Sunday
Local time
2:20 AM
MDT
Current temp
86°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
ENE 3 mph63% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 1:16PM MDT until July 18 at 5:15PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 11:54AM MDT until July 19 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Layton, UT
Late night
in Layton on Sunday
Local time
2:20 AM
MDT
Current temp
95°F
Sunny
W 7 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 1:16PM MDT until July 18 at 5:15PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 11:54AM MDT until July 19 at 12:00AM 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
9 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
3h 46m 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 167.4
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?
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you can expect frequent changes in direction rather than long, uninterrupted stretches. With a 0% highway share, the entire 221 miles will likely involve local roads and potentially some arterial routes like North Main Street and Veterans Memorial Highway. The absence of a longest uninterrupted stretch indicates a continuous need for attention to navigation and speed adjustments. Prepare for a driving experience that demands more engagement with the road and surroundings as you transition through various local settings.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 217.7 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 220.6 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 213.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 219.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Beaver in Central Utah is a town of 3,200 people (2019) close to the Tushar Mountains, and anyone who visits the town feels like they are at the foothills of the Rockies.
Top landmarks
•Beaver County Courthouse — county courthouse in Beaver, Utah, United States
•Beaver Relief Society Meetinghouse — meeting house in Beaver, United States of America
•John Ashworth House — historic house in Beaver, Utah, United States (100 West)
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 46m. Total distance: 220.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 217.7 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 16 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Layton, UT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 16 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 213.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 219.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Layton, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
