Origin
Elk Ridge, UT
Morning in Elk Ridge on Tuesday
Local time
6:04 AM
MDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elk Ridge, UT to Millcreek, 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
1h 9m
Distance
56.6 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elk Ridge, UT
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Millcreek, UT
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Trip Overview
Elk Ridge, UT to Millcreek, UT is 56.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 9 minutes via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Mountain West region, specifically within Utah. Expect a drive with plenty of turns, characteristic of a more local road experience rather than a straight highway cruise. With only 1 recommended day, this is a straightforward journey perfect for a quick scenic transfer or a dedicated day trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 47.3 mi | 50m |
| Loafer Mountain Parkway | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| South Elkridge Drive | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| State Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 3900 South | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 4500 South | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Elk Ridge Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Park Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 47.3 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elk Ridge, UT and Millcreek, UT.
1
Start on South Astor Lane
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Astor Lane
2
Turn left onto East Alpine Drive
331 ft
·
16 sec
·
East Alpine Drive
3
Turn right onto North Escalante Drive
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
·
North Escalante Drive
4
Turn left onto East Park Drive
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
East Park Drive
5
At end of road, turn right onto North Park Drive
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
North Park Drive
6
Enter roundabout onto North Elk Ridge Drive
80 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Elk Ridge Drive
7
Continue on North Elk Ridge Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Elk Ridge Drive
8
Continue on South Elkridge Drive
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South Elkridge Drive
9
Continue on Loafer Mountain Parkway
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Loafer Mountain Parkway
10
Turn left onto SR 164
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
SR 164
11
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
12
Merge onto I 15; US 6
47 mi
·
50 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 301
Toward SR 266: 4500 South
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
306 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Murray
Use the right lane.
15
Turn right onto SR 266
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
4500 South
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto US 89
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
17
Turn right onto 3900 South
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
3900 South
18
Arrive at destination
3900 South
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from Elk Ridge, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 54.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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East Alpine Drive
Turn left onto East Alpine Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Escalante Drive
Turn right onto North Escalante Drive
Navigation decision point
5
6.7 mi into trip
|
~13m 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
54 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward SR 266: 4500 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 301
Toward SR 266: 4500 South
8
54.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Murray
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Murray
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.97 one way
$17.94 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $9.40 | $18.80 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.10 | $20.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.50 | $24.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Millcreek, UT
Morning in Millcreek on Tuesday
Local time
6:04 AM
MDT
Current temp
62°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
2 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 9m 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?
This route is characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter frequent changes in direction. The highway share is relatively low at 6%, indicating most of your journey will be on less direct roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll experience is 47.3 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a good segment of consistent travel before more turns appear. Be prepared for a driving experience that requires active navigation and engagement with the road.
Only 6% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.3 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 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Alpine Drive.
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 56.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (East Alpine Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (North Escalante Drive): Navigation decision point; at 6.7 miles (I 15; US 6 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Millcreek, UT
Full guide →Founded 2016
Millcreek is a city in Wasatch Range of Utah.
Top landmarks
- • Robert Gardner Jr. House — historic house in Millcreek, Utah, United States
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 1h 9m. Total distance: 56.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (6%). 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 47.3 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: at 0.1 miles (East Alpine Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (North Escalante Drive): Navigation decision point; at 6.7 miles (I 15; US 6 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Millcreek, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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