This 197.4-mile drive from Logan, UT to Ephraim, UT takes approximately 3 hours and 43 minutes and is best suited as a single-day trip. You'll primarily travel on Veterans Memorial Highway and US 89, with a short section on 100 North. With a fuel cost estimated at $31, this journey through the Mountain West region is a straightforward connection between two Utah destinations. Given the relatively short duration, you'll have plenty of flexibility for when you depart and how you pace yourself. The route offers a practical way to cover ground without requiring 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
98.7 miles from Logan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 50m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
136.1 mi
2h 21m
US 89
30.3 mi
38m
100 North
20.9 mi
28m
15950 North
6.9 mi
8m
Main Street
1.9 mi
4m
I 15 Business
0.4 mi
<1m
400 East
0.4 mi
<1m
Center Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 136.1 mi, about 2h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Logan, UT and Ephraim, UT.
1
Start on this road
135 ft·15 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto US 89; US 91
1.2 mi·2 min·Main Street
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89; US 91
26 mi·31 min·US 89; US 91
Use the slight right lane.
4
Take the exit onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business
0.4 mi·40 sec·I 15 Business; I 84 Business
5
Merge onto I 15; I 84
21 mi·21 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
27 mi·29 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
8.2 mi·8 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
80 mi·1 hr 22 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 225Toward SR 132
10
Turn sharp left onto SR 132
21 mi·28 min·100 North
11
Continue on SR 132
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street
12
Turn right onto SR 132
0.4 mi·54 sec·400 East
13
Continue on SR 132
6.9 mi·8 min·15950 North
14
Turn right onto US 89
4.7 mi·6 min·US 89
15
Turn left onto SR 290
238 ft·8 sec·Center Street
16
Arrive at destination
SR 290
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 43-minute journey, consider an early morning departure to maximize your daylight hours and allow for flexibility. With only one stop suggested, you can choose to break up the 197.4 miles strategically, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you transition away from the highway segments. The longest stretch of 136.1 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway is a good opportunity to settle in, but plan your fuel stops accordingly before entering more localized sections. This single-day trip of 197.4 miles offers a convenient travel window.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 98.7 miles from Logan, UT, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.1 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 43 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.7 miles or 1h 50m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ephraim, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Logan, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Logan, UT
This is one driving day of about 197.4 miles and 3h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Logan, 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 136.1 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 83.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.2 mi into trip|~2m in|US 89; US 91
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89; US 91
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
27.3 mi into trip|~35m in|I 15; I 84 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15; I 84 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
48 mi into trip|~56m 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
75.4 mi into trip|~1h 26m 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
83.7 mi into trip|~1h 34m 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.28 one way
$62.56 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg69 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$32.79
$65.58
premium
$4.53
$35.21
$70.43
diesel
$5.61
$43.58
$87.17
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
59.2
0
$20.73
$9.48
Efficient EV
49.4
0
$17.27
$7.90
EV Truck/SUV
79
0
$27.64
$12.63
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Logan, UT
Late night
in Logan on Tuesday
Local time
4:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Snow Showers
NW 9 mph77% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 10:33AM MDT until April 16 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 10:33AM MDT until April 16 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Destination
Ephraim, UT
Late night
in Ephraim on Tuesday
Local time
4:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Rain Showers
WSW 22 mph47% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 10:33AM MDT until April 16 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 10:33AM MDT until April 16 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
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
20 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 43m 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
~19 min detour
$12
near mile 108.9
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
One of the greatest technological achievements of the 19th century is the completion of the first transcontinental railroad across the United States. Visitors to the park can see the location of the L...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
$20
near mile 27.2
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' for this 197.4-mile route, with only 16% of it on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 136.1 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, which should provide a good amount of consistent driving. As you progress, the road will transition between these more open highway segments and more involved local road navigation, requiring your attention. This mix means you'll experience varied driving conditions rather than a monotonous interstate experience.
Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 136.1 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near US 89; US 91.
Driving Effort6/10
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 197.4 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 1.2 miles (US 89; US 91): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.3 miles (I 15; I 84 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Logan is a fair-sized town and is growing rapidly, located in the Wasatch Range region of northern Utah. The town is home to Utah State University, a state school with approximately 23,000 students. Logan offers a wealth of outdoor activities, including some excellent hiking, mountain biking, sport climbing, kayaking, fly-fishing, and skiing. Luckily, Logan remains relatively undiscovered, so many of these activities can be experienced in far less crowded conditions than those found in other, similar areas of the US.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 43m. Total distance: 197.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 136.1 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Ephraim, 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 1.2 miles (US 89; US 91): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.3 miles (I 15; I 84 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument and Golden Spike National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Ephraim, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
