Spanning 63 miles across Utah, this drive connects Draper to North Ogden in approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget about $10 for fuel to complete the journey. Navigating this route involves a mix of Veterans Memorial Highway, 2700 North, and 2600 North. Since both the starting point and destination are located within the Mountain West region, you can expect a familiar landscape throughout the transit. It is a straightforward commute that offers the flexibility to head out and return on your own schedule.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
57.2 mi
1h 1m
2700 North
2 mi
3m
2600 North
1.3 mi
2m
12300 South
1.2 mi
2m
900 East
0.1 mi
<1m
Pioneer Road
0.1 mi
<1m
650 East
<0.1 mi
<1m
2650 North
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 57.2 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Draper, UT and North Ogden, UT.
1
Start on this road
141 ft·16 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto Pioneer Road
0.1 mi·24 sec·Pioneer Road
3
Turn right onto 900 East
0.1 mi·30 sec·900 East
4
Turn left onto 12300 South
1.2 mi·2 min·12300 South
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·45 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
6
Merge onto I 15
32 mi·34 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward Salt Lake CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
25 mi·26 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 349Toward SR 134: 2700 NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
458 ft·11 sec
Toward Harrisville, North Ogden, Pleasant View
10
Continue on SR 134
2.0 mi·3 min·2700 North
11
Continue on SR 134
1.3 mi·2 min·2600 North
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto 650 East
457 ft·27 sec·650 East
13
Turn left onto 2650 North
68 ft·2 sec·2650 North
14
Arrive at destination
2650 North
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 31.5 miles from Draper, 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 59.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|12300 South
Turn left onto 12300 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
2 mi into trip|~4m in|I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward Salt Lake City
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Salt Lake City
6
34 mi into trip|~38m 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
59.2 mi into trip|~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward SR 134: 2700 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 349
Toward SR 134: 2700 North
7
59.5 mi into trip|~1h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Harrisville, North Ogden, Pleasant View
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Harrisville, North Ogden, Pleasant View
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.98 one way
$19.97 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$10.46
$20.93
premium
$4.53
$11.24
$22.48
diesel
$5.61
$13.91
$27.82
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
18.9
0
$6.61
$3.02
Efficient EV
15.8
0
$5.51
$2.52
EV Truck/SUV
25.2
0
$8.82
$4.03
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Draper, UT
Late night
in Draper on Sunday
Local time
1:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
NE 2 to 9 mph81% chanceLive forecast
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 12 at 9:47PM MDT until April 14 at 3:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
North Ogden, UT
Late night
in North Ogden on Sunday
Local time
1:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°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
25 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
1h 12m 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.
More Details
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 the vast majority of your time on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which accounts for a 57.2-mile stretch of the total distance. Despite the duration, the route features zero highway share, relying instead on local roads that shift the pace significantly. As you transition from the main highway onto 2700 North and 2600 North, the driving environment becomes more technical. This isn't a high-speed sprint, but rather a steady navigation through local infrastructure that requires you to stay alert at every turn.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.2 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near 12300 South.
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 63 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: at 0.3 miles (12300 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
4,571 ft4,236 ft
Total Climb
467 ft
Total Descent
672 ft
Highest Point
4,571 ft
~44.6 mi in
Elevation Range
336 ft
Notable High Points
4,345 ft at ~26.3 miles+86 ft prominence
4,571 ft at ~44.6 miles+105 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Draper, UT and North Ogden, UT, road signs point toward Harrisville, Ogden and Pleasant View.
Harrisville
59.5 mi in|~1h 6m
Ogden
59.5 mi in|~1h 6m
Pleasant View
59.5 mi in|~1h 6m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 63 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.2 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 North Ogden, UT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: at 0.3 miles (12300 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at North Ogden, UT before heading back.
