Origin
Liberty, UT
Night in Liberty on Saturday
Local time
10:34 PM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Liberty, UT to Sandy, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
65.8 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
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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Sandy, UT
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Trip Overview
Spanning 67.4 miles, this journey from Liberty to Sandy takes approximately 1 hour and 18 minutes of drive time. You will navigate primarily through local roads like North Ogden Canyon Road, East 3100 North, and North 1050 East, keeping you off the major interstates entirely. Since the route is situated within the Mountain West region, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budget about $11 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Because there are zero formal stops built into the itinerary, you have the freedom to manage your own schedule and pace. This drive is ideal if you prefer local navigating over high-speed highway travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 53 mi | 56m |
| North Ogden Canyon Road | 4.6 mi | 10m |
| 2700 North | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| 2600 North | 2 mi | 4m |
| 4100 North | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North 1050 East | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East 3100 North | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 9000 South | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 53 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Liberty, UT and Sandy, UT.
1
Start on 4100 North
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
4100 North
2
Continue on North Ogden Canyon Road
4.6 mi
·
10 min
·
North Ogden Canyon Road
3
Continue on East 3100 North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 3100 North
4
Turn left onto North 1050 East
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1050 East
5
Turn right onto 2600 North
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
2600 North
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on SR 134
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
2700 North
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Ogden
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 15; I 84
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
27 mi
·
29 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
9.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 295
Toward SR 209: 9000 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
418 ft
·
12 sec
Toward SR 209: 9000 South, Mountain America Expo Center, America First Field, Sandy
14
Turn straight onto SR 209
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
9000 South
15
Turn left onto US 89
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
State Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto 8800 South
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
8800 South
17
Arrive at destination
8800 South
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.9 miles from Liberty, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 6.7 and 64.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
6.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
2600 North
Turn right onto 2600 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
10.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the ramp toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Ogden
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Ogden
6
19.4 mi into trip
|
~32m 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
46.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m 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.
7
64.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward SR 209: 9000 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 295
Toward SR 209: 9000 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.43 one way
$20.85 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
| premium | $4.53 | $11.74 | $23.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.53 | $29.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.91 | $3.16 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.76 | $2.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.21 | $4.21 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Sandy, UT
Night in Sandy on Saturday
Local time
10:34 PM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
15 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 24m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind. With a 0% highway share, you will be focused on navigating local streets and canyon roads for the duration of the trip. The route demands your full attention as you transition between North Ogden Canyon Road and local connectors, offering a more technical experience than a typical freeway cruise. Because there is no single long, uninterrupted stretch, the drive feels consistently active and engaging. You will find that the personality of the road remains localized and winding, requiring you to stay alert through every turn.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53 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 6.7 miles in near 2600 North.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 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.
About the Cities
Arriving in Sandy, UT
Full guide →Sandy is a city just south of Salt Lake City in Utah's Wasatch Range. It is one of the major suburbs of Salt Lake City.
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 24m. Total distance: 65.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53 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 Sandy, UT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sandy, 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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