Amber Kay's Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: 6 am–2 pm
+14357080271
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 9m
Distance
353.9 mi
569 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Liberty, UT
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Saint George, UT
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Traveling from Liberty to Saint George covers 358 miles through the heart of the Mountain West. Clocking in at approximately 5 hours and 26 minutes, this journey is manageable as a single-day trip if you prefer to reach your destination in one go. You should budget roughly $57 for fuel to complete the trek. Because this route relies on local roads like North Ogden Canyon Road, East 3100 North, and North 1050 East rather than major interstates, you will experience a more intimate look at the Utah landscape. It is a straightforward trip that rewards those who enjoy keeping their hands on the wheel and navigating local terrain.
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
176.9 miles from Liberty, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 340.3 mi | 5h 39m |
| North Ogden Canyon Road | 4.6 mi | 10m |
| 2700 North | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| 2600 North | 2 mi | 4m |
| Trailblazer Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| 4100 North | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| I 15 BUS | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| North 1050 East | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Liberty, UT and Saint George, UT.
Start on 4100 North
Continue on North Ogden Canyon Road
Continue on East 3100 North
Turn left onto North 1050 East
Turn right onto 2600 North
Continue on SR 134
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 15; I 84
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
Take the exit onto I 15 BUS
Turn left onto University Avenue
Turn right onto Trailblazer Boulevard
Turn right onto 100 West
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Planning for a 5-hour and 26-minute drive requires a bit of strategy to stay refreshed. Since this route includes just one planned stop, aim to schedule your break near the midpoint to stretch your legs and reset. Given the nature of these local roads, leave early in the morning to avoid navigating unfamiliar turns after dark. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as local roads can lead to unpredictable consumption compared to steady highway cruising; ensure you have your $57 budget handy for a convenient fill-up. Prioritize checking your tire pressure before departing Liberty, as the technical, turn-heavy nature of this route makes vehicle maintenance particularly important for a smooth ride.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 78 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 176.9 miles or 3h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint George, UT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Liberty, 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 Liberty, UT
This is one driving day of about 353.9 miles and 6h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
177 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.
A short stop after about 78 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 176.9 miles from Liberty, 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 340.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
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5 decision points cluster between mile 6.7 and 351.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto 2600 North
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Ogden
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto I 15 BUS toward SR 34: Saint George Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$56.08 one way
$112.16 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $58.78 | $117.57 |
| premium | $4.53 | $63.13 | $126.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $78.14 | $156.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 106.2 | 1 | $37.16 | $16.99 |
| Efficient EV | 88.5 | 1 | $30.97 | $14.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 141.6 | 1 | $49.55 | $22.65 |
Gas CO2
124 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Liberty on Saturday
Local time
7:27 PM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Saint George on Saturday
Local time
7:27 PM
MDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, meaning you will navigate through varied local road segments throughout the entire 358-mile duration. The character of the road shifts as you transition off the main local connectors, requiring you to stay alert through the winding sections. Because there is no high-speed interstate travel, the pace feels deliberate and connected to the terrain. You will find that the lack of highway stretches keeps the driving experience engaging and physically active from start to finish.
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 6.7 miles in near 2600 North.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 353.9 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 6.7 miles (2600 North): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.4 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
St. George is a city in southwestern Utah, on the Utah-Arizona border, known regionally as "Utah's Dixie" (a nickname given to the area for its warm southern Utah climate which was used to grow cotton by early settlers). The city is nestled in a scenic valley of desert vistas in the northeastern Mojave Desert, adjacent to the majestic Pine Valley Mountains.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 9m. Total distance: 353.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 9m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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