Origin
Elwood, UT
Late night in Elwood on Sunday
Local time
5:51 AM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elwood, UT to Orem, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
108.2 mi
174 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elwood, UT
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Orem, UT
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Trip Overview
This 108.2-mile drive from Elwood, UT to Orem, UT is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 57 minutes. The route primarily follows Veterans Memorial Highway, Canyon Parkway, and State Street, with a significant portion on Veterans Memorial Highway for a longest stretch of 104.1 miles. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, this is an economical journey through the Mountain West region of Utah. Given its relatively short duration and the absence of designated stops in the data, you'll have plenty of flexibility for spontaneous breaks or a direct transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.1 miles from Elwood, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 104.1 mi | 1h 48m |
| Canyon Parkway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| State Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| North 5200 West | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West 10000 North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 104.1 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elwood, UT and Orem, UT.
1
Start on West 10000 North
130 ft
·
11 sec
·
West 10000 North
2
Turn left onto I 15 Bus; I 84 Bus; SR 13
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 5200 West
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Ogden, Salt Lake City
4
Merge onto I 15; I 84
35 mi
·
34 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
27 mi
·
29 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
33 mi
·
35 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 272
Toward SR 52: 800 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Toward SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on SR 52
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Canyon Parkway
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto US 89
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
State Street
Use the right lane.
12
Turn uturn onto US 89
395 ft
·
8 sec
·
State Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 89
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 57-minute duration, this drive from Elwood to Orem is well-suited for a single day. You can depart at your leisure, as there are no mandated stops and the fuel cost is a modest $17. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests paying close attention to navigation and speed limits, especially as you approach Orem. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid potential rush hour traffic, though the longest stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway provides a good opportunity for a consistent pace.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 54.1 miles from Elwood, UT, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.1 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 24 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.1 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orem, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Elwood, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Elwood, UT
This is one driving day of about 108.2 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Elwood, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 104.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.1 miles from Elwood, 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 104.1 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 36.5 and 108.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
36.5 mi into trip
|
~37m 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.
6
63.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m 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
105.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward SR 52: 800 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 272
Toward SR 52: 800 North
9
105.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance
7
108.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
|
US 89 / State Street
Turn uturn onto US 89 / State Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.15 one way
$34.29 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $17.97 | $35.94 |
| premium | $4.53 | $19.30 | $38.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.89 | $47.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.36 | $5.19 |
| Efficient EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.47 | $4.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.3 | 0 | $15.15 | $6.92 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Orem, UT
Late night in Orem on Sunday
Local time
5:51 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°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
8 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
1h 57m 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 for this 108.2-mile trip. While 100% of this route is on highways, the character is more akin to navigating through communities rather than a high-speed interstate journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 104.1 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, suggesting a significant portion of consistent driving before potentially transitioning to more local roads. This profile means you'll likely encounter more varied speed limits and traffic patterns as you make your way south.
Only 1% 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: 104.1 mi on Veterans Memorial 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 36.5 miles in near I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 108.2 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 36.5 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 108.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.1 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 Orem, 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 36.5 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 105.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Orem, 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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