Origin
Layton, UT
Night in Layton on Saturday
Local time
10:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Layton, UT to Carbonville, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
138.2 mi
222 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
★
6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Layton, UT
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Carbonville, UT
Joseph Russo
Trip Overview
Layton to Carbonville is 138.2 miles and takes about 2 hours 41 minutes via Veterans Memorial Highway and US 6, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Utah's Mountain West region, offering a local feel rather than a major interstate experience. Expect a route with frequent turns, characteristic of local roads, which means you’ll be engaged with the driving. This trip is best suited for a single day, allowing you to get there and back or continue onward without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.1 miles from Layton, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 71.5 mi | 1h 16m |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 58.3 mi | 1h 10m |
| US 6 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| North Carbonville Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| State Street | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| North Mountain States Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Gentile Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 71.5 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Layton, UT and Carbonville, UT.
1
Start on Gentile Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Gentile Street
2
Turn right onto SR 126
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto SR 126
258 ft
·
5 sec
·
Layton Parkway
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 15 South: Salt Lake City
5
Merge onto I 15
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
47 mi
·
50 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 257B-A
Toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main Street, Price
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 257B
Toward US 6 East: Price
Use the straight lane.
10
Merge
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Toward US 6 East: Price
11
Continue on US 6
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 6
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on US 6
33 mi
·
39 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
13
Continue on US 6
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
State Street
14
Continue on US 6
25 mi
·
30 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
16
Continue on North Carbonville Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Carbonville Road
17
Turn left onto North 1500 West
160 ft
·
6 sec
·
North 1500 West
18
Turn right onto North Mountain States Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Mountain States Road
19
Continue on West 1500 North
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
West 1500 North
20
Turn right onto North 1100 West
501 ft
·
13 sec
·
North 1100 West
21
Continue on West 1300 North
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West 1300 North
22
Arrive at destination
West 1300 North
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2 hour 41 minute duration, this trip offers flexibility; you can depart anytime and still complete it within daylight hours. Plan for your one scheduled stop, perhaps midway, to stretch your legs and refuel if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach Carbonville, as the $22 fuel estimate is based on the total mileage. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to navigation through the more turn-heavy sections, as the dynamic road changes can easily lead you astray if you're not focused.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.1 miles from Layton, UT, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.5 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 30 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.1 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Carbonville, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Layton, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Layton, UT
This is one driving day of about 138.2 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Layton, 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 71.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.1 miles from Layton, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.5 miles.
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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 72.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
SR 126 / Layton Parkway
Turn left onto SR 126 / Layton Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
17.3 mi into trip
|
~19m 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
25.5 mi into trip
|
~28m 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.
8
72.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main Street, Price
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 257B-A
Toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main St...
8
72.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 6 East: Price
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 257B
Toward US 6 East: Price
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.90 one way
$43.80 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $22.96 | $45.91 |
| premium | $4.53 | $24.65 | $49.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.51 | $61.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.51 | $6.63 |
| Efficient EV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.09 | $5.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.3 | 0 | $19.35 | $8.84 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Carbonville, UT
Night in Carbonville on Saturday
Local time
10:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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
2h 41m 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.
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 52.4
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized by frequent turns, making it more of a turn-heavy local drive than a straight highway cruise. With only a 3% highway share, you'll spend most of your time on Veterans Memorial Highway, Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, and US 6. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 71.5 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, so there are opportunities for steady driving before navigating more varied road segments. The road's personality shifts as you progress, moving from potentially more open highway sections to the intricate weaving of local routes.
Only 3% 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: 71.5 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 0.6 miles in near SR 126 / Layton Parkway.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 138.2 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 0.6 miles (SR 126 / Layton Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.5 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Layton, UT to Carbonville, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Price along the way.
Price
72.5 mi in
|
~1h 18m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 138.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 71.5 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Carbonville, 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 0.6 miles (SR 126 / Layton Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.5 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Carbonville, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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