Stretching 278.3 miles from Enterprise to South Jordan, this journey across the Utah landscape takes approximately 4 hours and 50 minutes to complete. You can easily tackle this route in a single day, as it is designed for a straightforward, efficient transit through the Mountain West. Budgeting roughly $44 for fuel will cover your transit costs, making this an accessible trip for travelers. Navigating primarily via Veterans Memorial Highway, West 200 North, and Bench Road, you will find the path maintains a consistent regional character from start to finish. Since it is a manageable drive, you have the flexibility to depart when it suits your schedule without needing to worry about overnight logistics.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
139.2 miles from Enterprise, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 31m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
234.5 mi
3h 51m
West 200 North
27.5 mi
32m
Bench Road
8.1 mi
12m
SR 18
2.7 mi
3m
200 North
1.6 mi
3m
10600 South
0.9 mi
1m
East Main Street
0.8 mi
1m
South Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 234.5 mi, about 3h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enterprise, UT and South Jordan, UT.
1
Start on 100 East
21 ft·6 sec·100 East
2
Turn left onto SR 219
0.8 mi·1 min·East Main Street
3
Continue on SR 18
2.7 mi·3 min·SR 18
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto Bench Road
8.1 mi·12 min·Bench Road
5
Continue on South Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South Main Street
6
Turn right onto SR 56
27 mi·32 min·West 200 North
7
Continue on SR 56
1.6 mi·3 min·200 North
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 15 North
9
Merge onto I 15
234 mi·3 hr 51 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
327 ft·4 sec
Exit 293Toward SR 151: 10600 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·16 sec
Toward SR 151 West: 10600 South
12
Turn slight left onto SR 151
0.9 mi·1 min·10600 South
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on SR 151
0.2 mi·23 sec·10515 South
14
Continue on SR 151
0.5 mi·49 sec·South Jordan Parkway
15
Continue on SR 151
0.2 mi·51 sec·10400 South
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on SR 151
0.1 mi·12 sec·10400 South
17
Arrive at destination
SR 151
Trip Plan
Plan for a single, well-timed stop to break up the 278.3-mile trek and keep your energy levels high. Since the route relies heavily on the Veterans Memorial Highway, check for real-time traffic updates on that stretch before you head out, as it represents the bulk of your time on the road. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid potential congestion and ensure a smooth arrival in South Jordan. Keep your $44 fuel budget in mind when selecting your refueling points to avoid price spikes in more isolated sections. Because the drive is under five hours, you have the advantage of total flexibility, so feel free to adjust your pace to suit your personal comfort level.
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 139.2 miles from Enterprise, UT, or about 2h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 234.5 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 61 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 139.2 miles or 2h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Jordan, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Enterprise, 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 Enterprise, UT
This is one driving day of about 278.3 miles and 4h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Enterprise, 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 234.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 276.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|SR 219 / East Main Street
Turn left onto SR 219 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
12.3 mi into trip|~19m in|SR 56 / West 200 North
Turn right onto SR 56 / West 200 North
Navigation decision point
5
41.7 mi into trip|~55m in|I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
276.2 mi into trip|~4h 46m in
Take the exit toward SR 151: 10600 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 293
Toward SR 151: 10600 South
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276.2 mi into trip|~4h 46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 151 West: 10600 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward SR 151 West: 10600 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.10 one way
$88.20 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg97 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$46.23
$92.45
premium
$4.53
$49.64
$99.29
diesel
$5.61
$61.45
$122.89
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
83.5
1
$29.22
$13.36
Efficient EV
69.6
0
$24.35
$11.13
EV Truck/SUV
111.3
1
$38.96
$17.81
Gas CO2
97 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Enterprise, UT
Night
in Enterprise on Saturday
Local time
10:37 PM
MDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
South Jordan, UT
Night
in South Jordan on Saturday
Local time
10:37 PM
MDT
Current temp
37°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
N 2 to 7 mph84% 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
66°F
Delta, UT
139 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 50m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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
~17 min detour
$12
near mile 259.1
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Crowning the Grand Staircase, Cedar Breaks sits at over 10,000 feet and looks down into a half-mile deep geologic amphitheater. Come wander among timeless bristlecone pines, stand in lush meadows of w...
Follow the paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience the tall, stretching walls...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
$35
near mile 38.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. The route is entirely highway-based, offering a consistent experience as you move across the state. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which accounts for a significant 234.5-mile stretch of the journey. Because this road is characterized by frequent turns rather than a straight interstate grind, you should prepare for a more active driving experience. The transition between local roads and the main highway requires you to stay alert, ensuring you remain comfortable throughout the nearly five-hour duration.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 234.5 mi on Veterans Memorial 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 SR 219 / East Main Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 50m drive. You will face about 9 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 (SR 219 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles (SR 56 / West 200 North): Navigation decision point; at 41.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,154 ft4,442 ft
Total Climb
1,220 ft
Total Descent
2,094 ft
Highest Point
6,154 ft
~99.4 mi in
Elevation Range
1,712 ft
Notable High Points
5,966 ft at ~19.9 miles+381 ft prominence
6,154 ft at ~99.4 miles+99 ft prominence
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 50m. Total distance: 278.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 234.5 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 (SR 219 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles (SR 56 / West 200 North): Navigation decision point; at 41.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument, Cedar Breaks National Monument and Zion National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at South Jordan, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
