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Trip from Genola, UT to South Jordan, UT

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 8m

Distance

55.9 mi

90 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

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 3m ★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Genola, UT, UT

Genola, UT

Emilio Sánchez Hernández

city in Salt Lake County, Utah, United States

South Jordan, UT

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Trip Overview

Spanning 55.9 miles, this route connects Genola to South Jordan in about 1 hour and 8 minutes. You will primarily navigate via the Veterans Memorial Highway, the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, and Main Street. Because the travel time is relatively short, this trip is perfectly suited as a quick day drive, requiring no overnight stays. Budget approximately $9 for fuel to complete the journey comfortably. Since both points are located within the Mountain West region of Utah, you will experience a consistent high-desert aesthetic throughout the entire trip. It is a straightforward, practical connection for those looking to move between these two areas efficiently.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway 48.3 mi 50m
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway 2.4 mi 3m
Main Street 1.3 mi 2m
South Main Street 1 mi 3m
10600 South 0.9 mi 1m
South Jordan Parkway 0.5 mi <1m
800 South 0.4 mi 1m
10400 South 0.3 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Veterans Memorial Highway — 48.3 mi, about 50m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Genola, UT and South Jordan, UT.

1

Start on South Main Street

1.0 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
2

At end of road, turn left onto 800 South

0.4 mi · 1 min · 800 South
3

Turn right

0.2 mi · 49 sec
4

At end of road, turn left onto US 6

2.4 mi · 3 min · Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
5

Continue on US 6

1.3 mi · 2 min · Main Street
6

Take the ramp onto US 6

0.3 mi · 37 sec · US 6
Toward I 15 North, US 6 East: Salt Lake City Use the left lane.
7

Merge onto I 15; US 6

48 mi · 50 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

327 ft · 4 sec
Exit 293 Toward SR 151: 10600 South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 16 sec
Toward SR 151 West: 10600 South
10

Turn slight left onto SR 151

0.9 mi · 1 min · 10600 South
Use the straight lane.
11

Continue on SR 151

0.2 mi · 23 sec · 10515 South
12

Continue on SR 151

0.5 mi · 49 sec · South Jordan Parkway
13

Continue on SR 151

0.2 mi · 51 sec · 10400 South
Use the straight lane.
14

Continue on SR 151

0.1 mi · 12 sec · 10400 South
15

Arrive at destination

SR 151

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Utah County, Utah, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Vineyard, UT

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

Benjamin, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Orem, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 28 miles from Genola, 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 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 53.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1 mi into trip | ~3m in | 800 South

At end of road, turn left onto 800 South

Navigation decision point

5
1.5 mi into trip | ~6m in | US 6 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway

At end of road, turn left onto US 6 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway

Navigation decision point

7
5.2 mi into trip | ~12m in | US 6

Take the ramp onto US 6 toward I 15 North, US 6 East: Salt Lake City

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 15 North, US 6 East: Salt Lake City
7
53.8 mi into trip | ~1h 4m 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
6
53.8 mi into trip | ~1h 4m 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

$8.86 one way

$17.72 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 20 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $9.29 $18.57
premium $4.53 $9.97 $19.94
diesel $5.61 $12.34 $24.68

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$9

Estimated CO2 emission: 19.6 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 16.8 0 $5.87 $2.68
Efficient EV 14 0 $4.89 $2.24
EV Truck/SUV 22.4 0 $7.83 $3.58

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.

Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026

Origin

Genola, UT

Late night in Genola on Tuesday

Local time

2:58 AM

MDT

Current temp

66°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSW 20 mph 32% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 2:04PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 12 at 10:37AM MDT until April 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

Destination

South Jordan, UT

Late night in South Jordan on Tuesday

Local time

2:58 AM

MDT

Current temp

67°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSW 23 mph 53% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 2:04PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 12 at 10:37AM MDT until April 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

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

1 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 8m 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.

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, meaning you will maintain a steady pace for the duration of the trip. Your longest single stretch covers 48.3 miles along the Veterans Memorial Highway, providing a significant portion of the drive's total distance. As you transition between the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway and local sections of Main Street, the environment shifts from open stretches to more localized traffic patterns. While the drive is efficient, the frequent turns ensure you remain engaged with the road rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise.

Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.3 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 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near 800 South.

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 55.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 1 miles (800 South): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (US 6 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (US 6): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

4,947 ft 4,442 ft

Total Climb

630 ft

Total Descent

789 ft

Highest Point

4,947 ft

~4 mi in

Elevation Range

505 ft

Notable High Points

4,947 ft at ~4 miles +286 ft prominence
4,658 ft at ~32 miles +92 ft prominence
4,671 ft at ~48 miles +114 ft prominence

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 55.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (1%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 48.3 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 1 miles (800 South): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (US 6 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (US 6): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at South Jordan, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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