Origin
Delta, UT
Late night in Delta on Tuesday
Local time
2:12 AM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delta, UT to West Valley City, UT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 34m
Distance
118.5 mi
191 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 24m
★
6 AM
2h 35m
8 AM
2h 55m
10 AM
2h 42m
12 PM
2h 40m
3 PM
2h 43m
5 PM
2h 54m
8 PM
2h 29m
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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West Valley City, UT
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Trip Overview
This 118.5-mile drive from Delta, UT to West Valley City, UT takes about 2 hours and 34 minutes and is best suited as a single-day trip. You'll primarily navigate using the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway and Bangerter Highway, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost is around $19, and with one recommended stop, it's a manageable journey. The route offers a turn-heavy local drive experience as you travel within the Mountain West region. This trip is ideal for those looking for a straightforward drive without extensive highway miles.
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
59.3 miles from Delta, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 55.3 mi | 1h 5m |
| 12800 West | 38.3 mi | 52m |
| Bangerter Highway | 14.1 mi | 16m |
| Main Street | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| 15200 South | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Camp Williams Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| 200 East | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 4100 South | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
— 55.3 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delta, UT and West Valley City, UT.
1
Start on 100 West
78 ft
·
6 sec
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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
Continue on US 6
34 mi
·
39 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
6
Continue on US 6
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
7
Continue on US 6
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
8
Continue on US 6
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
15200 South
9
Turn left onto SR 68
38 mi
·
52 min
·
12800 West
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on SR 68
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Camp Williams Road
11
Continue on SR 68
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Redwood Road
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
Use the left lane.
13
Merge onto SR 154
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Bangerter Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
15
Turn left onto 4100 South
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
4100 South
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto 4400 West
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
4400 West
17
Turn left onto Volta Avenue
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Volta Avenue
18
Turn right onto Atlas Way
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlas Way
19
Arrive at destination
Atlas Way
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour, 34-minute duration and 118.5-mile distance, this is a comfortable day trip, so flexibility with your departure time is key. Plan for one stop to break up the drive, perhaps around the midpoint of the 55.3-mile stretch on the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch offers fewer immediate refueling opportunities. The $19 fuel estimate should cover your needs, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Be prepared for increased local traffic and more frequent turns as you get closer to West Valley City.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.3 miles from Delta, UT, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.3 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 26 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.3 miles or 1h 13m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Valley City, 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.
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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 Delta, UT
This is one driving day of about 118.5 miles and 2h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 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 Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway for about 55.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.3 miles from Delta, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 117.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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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
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~1m in
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US 6 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Turn left onto US 6 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
61.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
SR 68 / 12800 West
Turn left onto SR 68 / 12800 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
102.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m in
|
SR 154 / Bangerter Highway
Merge onto SR 154 / Bangerter Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
117.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
|
Volta Avenue
Turn left onto Volta Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.78 one way
$37.56 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $19.68 | $39.37 |
| premium | $4.53 | $21.14 | $42.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.16 | $52.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.6 | 0 | $12.44 | $5.69 |
| Efficient EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.37 | $4.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.4 | 0 | $16.59 | $7.58 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
West Valley City, UT
Late night in West Valley City on Tuesday
Local time
2:12 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°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
5 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
2h 34m 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 on this route, with a 0% highway share. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be 55.3 miles along the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, offering a good amount of time on this particular road. As you progress, the drive transitions from the more open Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway to the local roads like 12800 West and Bangerter Highway as you approach West Valley City. This means you'll experience a variety of road conditions, moving from a more continuous path to more frequent turns and intersections.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.3 mi on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric 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 US 6; US 50 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 34m drive. You will face about 10 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 (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 61.3 miles (SR 68 / 12800 West): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Delta, UT
Full guide →Delta is a city in Central Utah and is a gateway to exploring the vast western desert of Utah. Nearby activities include off-highway vehicle recreation, ane rock-hounding.
Arriving in West Valley City, UT
Full guide →West Valley City is a city of 113,000 near Salt Lake City in the Wasatch Range. Although it is Utah's second largest city, it is a suburb of the capital and has little to offer a traveler. On the other hand, West Valley City is home to the most diverse community in Utah, with approximately 45% of the residents being immigrants from Vietnam, Mexico, Pacific Islanders and others. Tourists may want to try to come to WVC to eat various ethic dishes in West Valley City.
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 2h 34m. Total distance: 118.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.3 miles on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric 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 (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 61.3 miles (SR 68 / 12800 West): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West Valley City, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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