Origin
Delta, UT
Late night in Delta on Sunday
Local time
1:54 AM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delta, UT to Ogden, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 10m
Distance
169.7 mi
273 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 59m
★
6 AM
3h 11m
8 AM
3h 34m
10 AM
3h 19m
12 PM
3h 17m
3 PM
3h 20m
5 PM
3h 33m
8 PM
3h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delta, UT
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Ogden, UT
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Trip Overview
This 169.7-mile journey from Delta to Ogden, Utah, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. You'll primarily navigate Veterans Memorial Highway, SR 132, and the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, with about 20% of the route being highway driving. Expect a fuel cost of around $27 for this excursion through the Mountain West region. The drive offers a mix of road types, making it an engaging, if turn-heavy, local experience. It's a straightforward route perfect for a single day of exploration.
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
84.8 miles from Delta, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 116 mi | 2h 1m |
| SR 132 | 34.4 mi | 43m |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 15 mi | 17m |
| Wall Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| 200 East | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 31st Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 24th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 116 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delta, UT and Ogden, UT.
1
Start on 100 West
78 ft
·
6 sec
·
100 West
2
Turn right onto US 6; US 50
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto US 6
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on US 6
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
200 East
5
Turn right onto SR 132
34 mi
·
43 min
·
SR 132
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 15 North
7
Merge onto I 15
98 mi
·
1 hr 42 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
18 mi
·
18 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 341
Toward SR 79: 31st Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto SR 79
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
31st Street
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto SR 204
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wall Avenue
12
Turn right onto 24th Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
24th Street
13
Arrive at destination
SR 53
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 10-minute duration, this route is best tackled in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Plan for one stop to break up the 169.7 miles. With a fuel cost estimated at $27, keeping an eye on your gauge is advisable, especially since only 20% of the drive is on major highways. The 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests paying close attention to navigation, particularly when transitioning between Veterans Memorial Highway, SR 132, and the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway.
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 84.8 miles from Delta, UT, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116 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 37 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.8 miles or 1h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ogden, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Delta, 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.
+
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 Delta, UT
This is one driving day of about 169.7 miles and 3h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Delta, 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 116 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 84.8 miles from Delta, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 116 miles.
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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 167.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 6; US 50 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 6; US 50 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 6 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Turn left onto US 6 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
51 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the ramp toward I 15 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 15 North
6
149.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 47m 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
167.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m in
Take the exit toward SR 79: 31st Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 341
Toward SR 79: 31st Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.89 one way
$53.78 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $28.19 | $56.38 |
| premium | $4.53 | $30.27 | $60.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.47 | $74.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.9 | 0 | $17.82 | $8.15 |
| Efficient EV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.85 | $6.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.9 | 0 | $23.76 | $10.86 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Destination
Ogden, UT
Late night in Ogden on Sunday
Local time
1:54 AM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 10m 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.
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
~19 min detour
$12
near mile 105.3
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route presents a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll encounter more varied road conditions and frequent changes in direction than a typical interstate. With only 20% of the drive on highways, much of your time will be spent on state routes and local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 116 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a period of consistent travel before transitioning. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that keeps you engaged as you move from one section to the next.
Only 20% 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: 116 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 6; US 50 / Main Street.
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 169.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 (US 6; US 50 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (US 6 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 51 miles: Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving in Ogden, UT
Full guide →Ogden is a historic railroad town in Utah's Wasatch Range.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 10m. Total distance: 169.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (20%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 116 miles on Veterans Memorial 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.
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 (US 6; US 50 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (US 6 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 51 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Ogden, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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