Traveling from Blanding to West Jordan covers 298.7 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 57 minutes of driving time. Because this route stays within the Mountain West region of Utah, you can comfortably complete the journey in a single day, though you should budget approximately $47 for fuel. You will transition from the rural landscapes of Blanding onto the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, North Grayson Parkway, and Veterans Memorial Highway as you approach the West Jordan area. While this is a manageable one-day trip, the turn-heavy nature of the local segments means you should stay alert behind the wheel. Use this route if you want a direct connection through Utah’s interior without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
149.3 miles from Blanding, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 58m into the drive
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Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Merge onto I 15
37 mi·40 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Exit 295Toward SR 209: 9000 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork
507 ft·14 sec
Toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
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Turn slight left onto SR 209
2.0 mi·3 min·9000 South
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Turn right onto SR 68
1.5 mi·2 min·Redwood Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Turn left onto SR 48
86 ft·1 sec·7800 South
Use the left lane.
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Arrive at destination
SR 48
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 298.7-mile journey, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and break up the drive. Since you will be navigating a mix of highway and local roads, checking your fuel levels before leaving Blanding is a smart move to ensure you stay within your $47 budget. Aim to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue, as the turn-heavy nature of the final approach can be more demanding than a standard interstate cruise. Given that this is a one-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace based on traffic conditions. Pay close attention to your navigation when switching from the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway to the local parkways to ensure a smooth transition into West Jordan.
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 149.3 miles from Blanding, UT, or about 2h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 172.1 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 66 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 149.3 miles or 2h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Jordan, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Blanding, 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 Blanding, UT
This is one driving day of about 298.7 miles and 5h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Blanding, 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 Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway for about 172.1 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 106.1 and 295 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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106.1 mi into trip|~2h 12m in|US 191
Take the exit onto US 191 toward I-70 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I-70 West
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130 mi into trip|~2h 35m in|US 6; US 191
Take the exit onto US 6; US 191 toward US 6 West, US 191 North: Price, Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 157
Toward US 6 West, US 191 North: Price, Salt Lak...
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257 mi into trip|~5h 9m in
Take the exit toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
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294.7 mi into trip|~5h 49m 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
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295 mi into trip|~5h 50m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.56 one way
$93.11 round trip
$3.96/gal25.4 MPG avg105 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.17
$49.07
$98.15
premium
$4.47
$52.61
$105.23
diesel
$4.80
$56.40
$112.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
89.6
1
$31.36
$14.34
Efficient EV
74.7
0
$26.14
$11.95
EV Truck/SUV
119.5
1
$41.82
$19.12
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 17, 2026
Origin
Blanding, UT
Evening
in Blanding on Saturday
Local time
7:32 PM
MDT
Current temp
84°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 5 mph42% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 3:14PM MDT until July 17 at 5:15PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:42PM MDT until July 17 at 5:45PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
West Jordan, UT
Evening
in West Jordan on Saturday
Local time
7:32 PM
MDT
Current temp
95°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
NW 5 mph60% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 3:14PM MDT until July 17 at 5:15PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:42PM MDT until July 17 at 5:45PM 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
11 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
5h 57m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Arches National Park
National Park
Discover a landscape of contrasting colors, land forms, and textures unlike any other. The park has over 2,000 natural stone arches, hundreds of soaring pinnacles, massive rock fins, and giant balance...
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
~18 min detour
$12
near mile 278.1
Canyonlands is a wilderness of canyons, buttes, and spires carved by the Colorado River and Green River. The park is divided into four distinct districts; no roads join them together. The districts sh...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
$30
near mile 51.5
Three majestic natural bridges invite you to ponder the power of water in a landscape usually defined by its absence. View them from an overlook, or hit the trails and experience their grandeur from b...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a varied driving experience that shifts from sustained highway cruising to more technical, turn-heavy local stretches. You will spend roughly 27% of your time on highways, with a significant 172.1-mile segment occurring on the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. This long, uninterrupted stretch allows you to settle into a rhythm before the route transitions into more frequent turns and navigation through local roadways. Because of these shifts in road type, the drive requires consistent focus rather than mindless interstate travel. The transition from the open highway to the more complex local network defines the character of this trip.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 172.1 mi on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 106.1 miles in near US 191.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 298.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 106.1 miles (US 191): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 130 miles (US 6; US 191): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 257 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
7,233 ft4,123 ft
Total Climb
4,430 ft
Total Descent
6,169 ft
Highest Point
7,233 ft
~213.3 mi in
Elevation Range
3,110 ft
Notable High Points
7,058 ft at ~21.3 miles+946 ft prominence
4,897 ft at ~106.7 miles+374 ft prominence
7,233 ft at ~213.3 miles+1,496 ft prominence
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 Blanding, UT to West Jordan, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Salt Lake City along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 57m. Total distance: 298.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 172.1 miles on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 West Jordan, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 106.1 miles (US 191): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 130 miles (US 6; US 191): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 257 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Arches National Park, Timpanogos Cave National Monument and Canyonlands National Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 11.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at West Jordan, UT before the return drive.
