Harrisville to Saint George is 341.8 miles and takes about 5h 49m via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $57 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Mountain West region, entirely within Utah. Expect a drive primarily on surface roads, offering a more grounded perspective of the state. With only one recommended stop and a drive under six hours, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
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
170.9 miles from Harrisville, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
332.8 mi
5h 31m
Wall Avenue
4.2 mi
7m
Trailblazer Boulevard
0.9 mi
2m
US 89
0.8 mi
1m
I 15 BUS
0.8 mi
2m
30th Street
0.6 mi
<1m
University Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
31st Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 332.8 mi, about 5h 31m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 274 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,311 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~254 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
20.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harrisville, UT and Saint George, UT.
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Start on this road
97 ft·8 sec·this road
2
Turn right
25 ft·4 sec
3
Turn right onto West Harrisville Road
0.1 mi·18 sec·West Harrisville Road
4
Turn right onto US 89
0.8 mi·1 min·US 89
Use the right lane.
5
Turn right onto SR 204
4.2 mi·7 min·Wall Avenue
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto SR 79
136 ft·2 sec·30th Street
7
Continue on SR 79
0.6 mi·55 sec·30th Street
8
Turn straight onto SR 79
0.4 mi·46 sec·31st Street
9
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Salt Lake CityUse the left lane.
10
Merge onto I 15; I 84
0.7 mi·44 sec·Veterans Memorial Highway
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
27 mi·29 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
8.2 mi·8 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
296 mi·4 hr 52 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit onto I 15 BUS
0.8 mi·2 min·I 15 BUS
Exit 8Toward SR 34: Saint George BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto University Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·University Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Trailblazer Boulevard
0.9 mi·2 min·Trailblazer Boulevard
17
Turn right onto 100 West
230 ft·12 sec·100 West
18
Turn right
510 ft·37 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5h 49m drive, consider an early morning departure from Harrisville to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic delays. With no significant highway stretches, you'll encounter more local conditions; keep an eye on speed limits, especially when passing through towns. The total fuel cost is estimated at $57, so ensure your tank is full before leaving. Since the drive is manageable in one day, you have the flexibility to stop as needed, but plan for your single recommended stop to be well-timed for a break.
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 170.9 miles from Harrisville, UT, or about 2h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 332.8 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 75 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 170.9 miles or 2h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint George, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Harrisville, 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 Harrisville, UT
This is one driving day of about 341.8 miles and 5h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from Harrisville, 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 332.8 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.2 and 339.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
6.2 mi into trip|~11m in
Take the ramp toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Salt Lake City
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Salt Lake City
6
7.3 mi into trip|~12m 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
34.7 mi into trip|~42m 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
43 mi into trip|~51m 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
339.4 mi into trip|~5h 43m in|I 15 BUS
Take the exit onto I 15 BUS toward SR 34: Saint George Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 8
Toward SR 34: Saint George Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.28 one way
$106.55 round trip
$3.96/gal25.4 MPG avg120 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.17
$56.15
$112.31
premium
$4.47
$60.21
$120.41
diesel
$4.80
$64.54
$129.08
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 119.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
102.5
1
$35.89
$16.41
Efficient EV
85.5
0
$29.91
$13.67
EV Truck/SUV
136.7
1
$47.85
$21.88
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (67% 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Harrisville, UT
Evening
in Harrisville on Saturday
Local time
7:27 PM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Partly Cloudy
E 2 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 16 at 10:33PM MDT until July 18 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Saint George, UT
Evening
in Saint George on Saturday
Local time
7:27 PM
MDT
Current temp
80°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 3 mph16% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 16 at 10:33PM MDT until July 18 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 49m 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 70.7
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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
$10
near mile 282.8
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...
15 mi from route
~36 min detour
$35
near mile 318.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a highway share of 0%, meaning you'll be on surface roads for the entire 341.8 miles. The longest continuous stretch on a single road is 332.8 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway. You'll navigate through local traffic and intersections, particularly in urban areas, before transitioning to more open cruising on Wall Avenue and Trailblazer Boulevard. Be prepared for frequent changes in speed limits and potential traffic signals.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 332.8 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 6.2 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 341.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
St. George is a city in southwestern Utah, on the Utah-Arizona border, known regionally as "Utah's Dixie" (a nickname given to the area for its warm southern Utah climate which was used to grow cotton by early settlers). The city is nestled in a scenic valley of desert vistas in the northeastern Mojave Desert, adjacent to the majestic Pine Valley Mountains.
Top landmarks
•St. George Utah Temple — temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in St. George, Utah, U...
•St. George Opera House — opera house
•Brigham Young Winter Home and Office — historic house in Utah, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 49m. Total distance: 341.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 332.8 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 28 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Saint George, UT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 28 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Saint George, UT before the return drive.
