Origin
Lehi, UT
Late night in Lehi on Tuesday
Local time
4:48 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lehi, UT to Ephraim, UT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
89.4 mi
144 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lehi, UT
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Ephraim, UT
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Trip Overview
Lehi, UT to Ephraim, UT is 89.4 miles and takes about 1h 44m via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Mountain West region, traversing Utah for its entirety. Expect a route that involves frequent turns and local road navigation rather than long stretches of high-speed highway. Given its manageable distance and duration, this trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed pace and potential for spontaneous detours if desired.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.7 miles from Lehi, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 54 mi | 54m |
| 100 North | 20.9 mi | 28m |
| 15950 North | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| US 89 | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| 400 East | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Center Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 300 North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 54 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lehi, UT and Ephraim, UT.
1
Start on 100 West
101 ft
·
11 sec
·
100 West
2
Turn left onto West 300 North
428 ft
·
22 sec
·
West 300 North
3
Turn right onto Center Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Center Street
4
Turn left onto Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 15
54 mi
·
54 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 225
Toward SR 132
8
Turn sharp left onto SR 132
21 mi
·
28 min
·
100 North
9
Continue on SR 132
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
10
Turn right onto SR 132
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
400 East
11
Continue on SR 132
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
15950 North
12
Turn right onto US 89
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
US 89
13
Turn left onto SR 290
238 ft
·
8 sec
·
Center Street
14
Arrive at destination
SR 290
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 89.4-mile drive, you have the flexibility to leave at any time that suits your schedule. Since the total duration is just under two hours, you won't need to plan for overnight stays. Consider departing in the late morning to avoid any potential rush hour traffic in the Lehi area. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, ensure your tank is adequately filled before you set out, as dedicated rest stops are not explicitly noted on this particular route. Keep an eye on your GPS, as the 'turn-heavy' nature means paying close attention to navigation will be key.
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 44.7 miles from Lehi, UT, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54 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 20 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.7 miles or 47m 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 Ephraim, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lehi, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lehi, UT
This is one driving day of about 89.4 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Lehi, 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 54 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.7 miles from Lehi, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 55.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West 300 North
Turn left onto West 300 North
Navigation decision point
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m 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.
5
55.4 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward SR 132
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 225
Toward SR 132
5
55.7 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
SR 132 / 100 North
Turn sharp left onto SR 132 / 100 North
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.17 one way
$28.33 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $14.85 | $29.70 |
| premium | $4.53 | $15.95 | $31.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.74 | $39.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.39 | $4.29 |
| Efficient EV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.82 | $3.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.8 | 0 | $12.52 | $5.72 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Ephraim, UT
Late night in Ephraim on Tuesday
Local time
4:48 AM
MDT
Current temp
63°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
1 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 44m 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
~17 min detour
$12
near mile 3.1
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 trip is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with only a 5% share of highway miles. You'll experience a dynamic road profile that requires your attention, unlike a straightforward interstate journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 54 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before transitioning back to local roads. Be prepared for a route that weaves through communities, demanding frequent adjustments to your speed and direction.
Only 5% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 300 North.
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 1h 44m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 300 North): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Lehi, UT
Full guide →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
- • Harry B. Merrihew Drugstore — historic commercial building in Lehi, Utah, United States
- • Lehi Main Street Historic District — historic district in Lehi, Utah, United States
- • Lehi North Branch Meetinghouse — historic building in Lehi, Utah, United States
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 89.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (5%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54 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: near the start (West 300 North): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Ephraim, 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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