Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
63 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hooper, UT
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Lehi, UT
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Spanning 63 miles across the Mountain West, this trip from Hooper to Lehi typically takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because the duration is relatively short, you can easily complete this drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $10 for fuel to cover the distance. You will navigate primarily via the Veterans Memorial Highway, the West Davis Corridor, and 4500 West. It is a straightforward route that functions perfectly for a quick commute or a day trip between these two Utah locales.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 38.1 mi | 40m |
| West Davis Corridor | 15.6 mi | 18m |
| 4500 West | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| State Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| SR 193 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 5000 West | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 5900 West | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 1800 North | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hooper, UT and Lehi, UT.
Start on SR 97
Turn left onto SR 37
Continue on SR 37
Turn straight onto SR 37
Turn right onto SR 110
Turn left onto SR 193
Turn right onto West Davis Corridor
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 15; US 89
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
Take the exit
Continue on US 89
Continue on US 89
Turn right onto Center Street
Turn right onto West 300 North
Turn right onto 100 West
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 31.5 miles from Hooper, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 20.9 and 59.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork toward I 15 South: Salt Lake City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Merge onto I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 194 West: 2100 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$9.98 one way
$19.97 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $10.46 | $20.93 |
| premium | $4.53 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.91 | $27.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.51 | $2.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.82 | $4.03 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Hooper on Tuesday
Local time
3:15 AM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Rain Showers
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
Destination
Late night in Lehi on Tuesday
Local time
3:15 AM
MDT
Current temp
36°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
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
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is characterized as a turn-heavy local route, requiring your full attention as you transition between different road types. While it is entirely highway-based, the experience is less about a monotonous interstate grind and more about navigating a series of shifts between corridors. You will tackle a significant 38.1-mile stretch on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of your journey. As you move through the route, the road profile demands frequent adjustments, making it a more active driving experience than a simple straight-line cruise.
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 20.9 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63 miles you will encounter 13 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 20.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 21.8 miles (I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
619 ft
Total Descent
292 ft
Highest Point
4,711 ft
~57.8 mi in
Elevation Range
497 ft
Notable High Points
Founded 1850
Lehi is a city in the Wasatch Range in Utah, United States. Lehi is a city of 50,000 that is known for Lehi Roller Mills and Thanksgiving Point.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 63 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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