Origin
Benjamin, UT
Late night in Benjamin on Sunday
Local time
1:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Benjamin, UT to West Jordan, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
58m
Distance
48.1 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Benjamin, UT
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West Jordan, UT
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Trip Overview
Spanning 48.1 miles, this route connects Benjamin to West Jordan in about 58 minutes. It is a straightforward drive that works perfectly as a quick day trip, requiring no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $8 for fuel should cover your needs for the entire journey. Since both locations are situated within the Mountain West region, you will experience consistent terrain as you transition between these Utah communities. Because there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to complete the trip in one efficient push.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 41.2 mi | 44m |
| 9000 South | 2 mi | 3m |
| Redwood Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 8000 South | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| 3200 West | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| SR 164 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 7300 South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 7800 South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 41.2 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benjamin, UT and West Jordan, UT.
1
Start on this road
55 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto SR 147
111 ft
·
7 sec
·
7300 South
3
Turn right onto SR 115
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
3200 West
4
Turn left onto 8000 South
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
8000 South
5
Continue on SR 164
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
SR 164
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
7
Merge onto I 15; US 6
41 mi
·
44 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 295
Toward SR 209: 9000 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
507 ft
·
14 sec
Toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
10
Turn slight left onto SR 209
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
9000 South
11
Turn right onto SR 68
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Redwood Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto SR 48
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
7800 South
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
SR 48
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.1 miles from Benjamin, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 46.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 147 / 7300 South
Turn left onto SR 147 / 7300 South
Navigation decision point
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 15; US 6 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15; US 6 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
44.2 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward SR 209: 9000 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 295
Toward SR 209: 9000 South
7
44.5 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
6
46.6 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
SR 68 / Redwood Road
Turn right onto SR 68 / Redwood Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.62 one way
$15.24 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $7.99 | $15.98 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.58 | $17.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.62 | $21.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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.
Destination
West Jordan, UT
Late night in West Jordan on Sunday
Local time
1:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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
58m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend your time navigating a mix of roads, primarily utilizing Veterans Memorial Highway, 9000 South, and Redwood Road. With 0% of the trip on traditional highways, the route relies entirely on local infrastructure. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 41.2 miles spent on Veterans Memorial Highway, providing the bulk of the distance before you transition into the more localized road network.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.2 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 147 / 7300 South.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 48.1 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (SR 147 / 7300 South): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 15; US 6 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
4,722 ft
4,362 ft
Total Climb
392 ft
Total Descent
551 ft
Highest Point
4,722 ft
~34.4 mi in
Elevation Range
360 ft
Notable High Points
4,573 ft at ~6.9 miles
+11 ft prominence
4,643 ft at ~20.6 miles
+77 ft prominence
4,722 ft at ~34.4 miles
+136 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Benjamin, UT to West Jordan, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Jordan along the way.
Jordan
44.5 mi in
|
~51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 48.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.2 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 147 / 7300 South): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (I 15; US 6 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West Jordan, UT before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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