If you are planning a trip from Hurricane to Sandy Hills, prepare for a 279.7-mile journey that typically takes about 4 hours and 9 minutes to complete. Because this route involves navigating local roads like West 100 South, South 100 East, and East State Street rather than major interstates, it functions best as a focused day trip. You should budget approximately $43 for fuel to cover the distance across this stretch of the Mountain West. While the drive is manageable in a single day, the turn-heavy nature of the roads means you will need to stay alert behind the wheel. Use this guide to help you decide if you prefer this local transit style over a more standard highway commute.
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
139.7 miles from Hurricane, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
265.9 mi
4h 20m
Toquerville Parkway
4.8 mi
7m
East State Street
3.5 mi
6m
Sego Lily Drive
1.1 mi
1m
9400 South
1 mi
1m
State Street
0.8 mi
1m
700 East
0.5 mi
1m
10600 South
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 265.9 mi, about 4h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hurricane, UT and Sandy Hills, UT.
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Start on S 100 W
54 ft·9 sec·S 100 W
2
Continue on West 100 South
0.2 mi·37 sec·West 100 South
3
Continue on South 100 East
525 ft·18 sec·South 100 East
4
Turn right onto SR 9
3.5 mi·6 min·East State Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on SR 17
0.2 mi·16 sec·Toquer Boulevard
6
Continue on SR 17
4.8 mi·7 min·Toquerville Parkway
7
Turn slight right
433 ft·15 sec
Toward I 15 North
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward I 15 North
9
Merge onto I 15
266 mi·4 hr 20 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 slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
204 ft·2 sec
Toward Monroe Street North, 10600 South EastUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·10 sec
Toward East 10600 SouthUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto 10600 South
0.3 mi·41 sec·10600 South
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto US 89
0.8 mi·1 min·State Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Sego Lily Drive
1.1 mi·1 min·Sego Lily Drive
16
Turn left onto SR 71
0.5 mi·1 min·700 East
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto 9400 South
0.6 mi·1 min·9400 South
18
Continue on SR 209
0.4 mi·50 sec·9400 South
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto 1300 East
0.1 mi·20 sec·1300 East
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto Silvercrest Drive
516 ft·19 sec·Silvercrest Drive
21
Turn right onto Sandy Hills Drive
485 ft·16 sec·Sandy Hills Drive
22
Arrive at destination
Sandy Hills Drive
Trip Plan
Since you are tackling a turn-heavy route without any highway miles, departing early in the day is your best strategy to navigate local traffic effectively. You only have one planned stop on the itinerary, so plan your break strategically to maximize your efficiency during the 4-hour-and-9-minute drive. Keep your $43 fuel budget in mind, and ensure your vehicle is ready for frequent stops and turns rather than consistent highway speeds. Because the route is quite technical, take advantage of the flexibility this one-day trip offers by adjusting your pace if you encounter unexpected congestion on the local roads. A concrete tip for this journey is to double-check your navigation before each turn, as the lack of highway segments means you will be relying heavily on local street signs throughout the trip.
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 139.7 miles from Hurricane, UT, or about 2h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 265.9 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 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 139.7 miles or 2h 23m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sandy Hills, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hurricane, 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 Hurricane, UT
This is one driving day of about 279.3 miles and 4h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Hurricane, 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 265.9 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 275.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|SR 9 / East State Street
Turn right onto SR 9 / East State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
275.1 mi into trip|~4h 36m in
Take the exit toward SR 151: 10600 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 293
Toward SR 151: 10600 South
9
275.1 mi into trip|~4h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Monroe Street North, 10600 South East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Monroe Street North, 10600 South East
8
275.2 mi into trip|~4h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward East 10600 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward East 10600 South
6
275.3 mi into trip|~4h 36m in|10600 South
Turn right onto 10600 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.26 one way
$88.52 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg98 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$46.39
$92.78
premium
$4.53
$49.82
$99.65
diesel
$5.61
$61.67
$123.33
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: 97.7 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
83.8
1
$29.33
$13.41
Efficient EV
69.8
0
$24.44
$11.17
EV Truck/SUV
111.7
1
$39.10
$17.88
Gas CO2
98 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 15, 2026
Origin
Hurricane, UT
Night
in Hurricane on Saturday
Local time
10:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Sandy Hills, UT
Night
in Sandy Hills on Saturday
Local time
10:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Delta, UT
140 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
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
4h 45m 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
~18 min detour
$12
near mile 260.1
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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
$10
near mile 48.2
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...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
$35
near mile 19.3
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, as this route contains absolutely no highway driving. Because the highway share is 0%, you won't experience the monotony of long, straight interstate stretches; instead, you will navigate through a series of turns and local intersections. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on West 100 South, confirming that this is a technical drive characterized by constant maneuvering rather than high-speed cruising. The road’s personality is shift-heavy and precise, requiring you to stay engaged with your navigation at every junction. Prepare for a hands-on experience that moves away from the typical fast-paced highway environment.
Only 2% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 265.9 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near SR 9 / East State Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 279.3 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.3 miles (SR 9 / East State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 275.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 275.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 45m. Total distance: 279.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 265.9 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.
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 Sandy Hills, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SR 9 / East State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 275.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 275.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Sandy Hills, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
