Origin
Kamas, UT
Late night in Kamas on Sunday
Local time
1:54 AM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kamas, UT to Orem, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
42 mi
68 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 42-mile drive from Kamas, UT to Orem, UT will take you approximately 56 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily be on US 189 and US 40, with about 62% of the journey on highway roads. With an estimated fuel cost of just $7, this is a very budget-friendly excursion within the Mountain West region. Since it's a short trip with no recommended stops, you can easily complete it in one go, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. This route offers a practical way to connect two points within Utah.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 189 | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| West Main Village Way | 10.4 mi | 14m |
| US 40 | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| US Highway 189 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Center Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| North University Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 4800 North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 189
— 17.9 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kamas, UT and Orem, UT.
1
Start on SR 32
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Street
2
Turn right onto SR 32
10 mi
·
14 min
·
West Main Village Way
3
Turn left onto US 40; US 189
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
US 40; US 189
4
Continue on US 189
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 189
5
Continue on US Highway 189
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 189
6
Continue on US 189
17 mi
·
20 min
·
US 189
7
Continue on US 189
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North University Avenue
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto 4800 North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
4800 North
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on Center Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Center Street
10
Turn left onto US 89
0.1 mi
·
47 sec
·
State Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn uturn onto US 89
395 ft
·
8 sec
·
State Street
12
Arrive at destination
US 89
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21 miles from Kamas, 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 2.2 and 42 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
SR 32 / West Main Village Way
Turn right onto SR 32 / West Main Village Way
Navigation decision point
3
12.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 40; US 189
Turn left onto US 40; US 189
Navigation decision point
5
39.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
4800 North
Turn right onto 4800 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
41.9 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
US 89 / State Street
Turn left onto US 89 / State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
42 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
US 89 / State Street
Turn uturn onto US 89 / State Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.66 one way
$13.31 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $6.98 | $13.95 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.49 | $14.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.27 | $18.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Orem, UT
Late night in Orem on Sunday
Local time
1:54 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
38°F
Midway, UT
21 mi in
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
26 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
56m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this trip. You'll spend a significant portion of your 56-minute journey on roads like US 189 and US 40, which constitute 62% of the total mileage. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.9 miles on US 189, offering a chance to settle into a consistent pace. While predominantly highway, the route may transition between faster sections and more local road segments as you approach your destination. The character is generally efficient and direct.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.9 mi on US 189.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 189 and West Main Village Way. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near SR 32 / West Main Village Way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 56m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (SR 32 / West Main Village Way): Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles (US 40; US 189): Navigation decision point; at 39.8 miles (4800 North): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 42 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.9 miles on US 189. 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 2.2 miles (SR 32 / West Main Village Way): Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles (US 40; US 189): Navigation decision point; at 39.8 miles (4800 North): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Orem, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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