If you are planning a trip from Layton to Mona, expect a 99-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 46 minutes behind the wheel. This route stays entirely within the Mountain West region of Utah, making it a straightforward excursion that is easily manageable in a single day. With a fuel budget of approximately $16, the drive is quite economical for a solo traveler or a small group. Because there are no scheduled stops required by the route profile, you have the freedom to decide your own pace. Whether you are heading south for business or a quick getaway, this trip offers a reliable connection between these two Utah locations without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.5 miles from Layton, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
96.3 mi
1h 41m
East 300 North Street
0.6 mi
1m
Main Street
0.5 mi
1m
200 North
0.5 mi
1m
Gentile Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Layton Parkway
<0.1 mi
<1m
Center Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 96.3 mi, about 1h 41m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 233 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~6,514 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~294 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
22.2×
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 Layton, UT and Mona, 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
72 mi·1 hr 14 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Exit 233Toward SR 54 West: Mona
9
Turn right onto SR 54
0.6 mi·1 min·East 300 North Street
10
Continue on SR 54
0.5 mi·1 min·200 North
11
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi·23 sec·Main Street
12
Turn right onto Center Street
75 ft·2 sec·Center Street
13
Arrive at destination
Center Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 99-mile trip, aim to depart during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the local roads that define this route. Because the drive is a relatively quick 1 hour and 46 minutes, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule. Keep your $16 fuel estimate in mind, though it is always wise to ensure your tank is topped off before hitting the road to account for varying local traffic conditions. Given that the route consists of several turns through local streets, keep your GPS handy to navigate the transitions between Veterans Memorial Highway, East 300 North Street, and Main Street. Taking a moment to review your map before you leave Layton will help you stay on track throughout the drive.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.5 miles from Layton, UT, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 96.3 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 22 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.5 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mona, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Layton, UT
This is one driving day of about 99 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Layton, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 96.3 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 97.3 — 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.
5
1 mi into trip|~2m in|I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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.
5
97.3 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward SR 54 West: Mona
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 233
Toward SR 54 West: Mona
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.40 one way
$34.81 round trip
$4.47/gal25.4 MPG avg35 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.67
$18.20
$36.40
premium
$4.99
$19.45
$38.90
diesel
$5.35
$20.85
$41.70
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.7
0
$10.40
$4.75
Efficient EV
24.8
0
$8.66
$3.96
EV Truck/SUV
39.6
0
$13.86
$6.34
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Jun 10, 2026
Origin
Layton, UT
Morning
in Layton on Wednesday
Local time
7:33 AM
MDT
Current temp
51°F
Clear
NNE 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued June 9 at 10:04PM MDT until June 10 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued June 9 at 10:01PM MDT until June 10 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Mona, UT
Morning
in Mona on Wednesday
Local time
7:33 AM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Mostly Clear
NE 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued June 9 at 10:04PM MDT until June 10 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued June 9 at 10:01PM MDT until June 10 at 10:00PM 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 46m on the road
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.
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 54.6
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
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 rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend the vast majority of your time—roughly 96.3 miles—navigating the Veterans Memorial Highway, which serves as the primary backbone of your journey. Since the highway share is 0%, the experience feels more like a sequence of local roads than a high-speed transit corridor. You will transition through various segments using East 300 North Street and Main Street to complete the trek. The road's personality is defined by these technical local stretches, so prepare for frequent navigation changes as you make your way toward your destination.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 96.3 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near SR 126 / Layton Parkway.
Driving Effort5/10
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 99 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.6 miles (SR 126 / Layton Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
5,055 ft4,225 ft
Total Climb
1,083 ft
Total Descent
461 ft
Highest Point
5,055 ft
~91.9 mi in
Elevation Range
830 ft
Notable High Points
4,334 ft at ~14.1 miles+75 ft prominence
4,630 ft at ~49.5 miles+46 ft prominence
4,574 ft at ~63.6 miles+59 ft prominence
5,055 ft at ~91.9 miles+82 ft prominence
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 99 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 96.3 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. 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 0.6 miles (SR 126 / Layton Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 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 Mona, UT before heading back.
