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Trip from Logan, UT to Nephi, UT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 59m
Distance
163.6 mi
263 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 48m
★
6 AM
3h 0m
8 AM
3h 22m
10 AM
3h 8m
12 PM
3h 5m
3 PM
3h 9m
5 PM
3h 21m
8 PM
2h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Logan, UT
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Nephi, UT
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Trip Overview
This 163.6-mile drive from Logan, UT to Nephi, UT will take you about 2 hours and 59 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on Veterans Memorial Highway and US 89, with a short stint on I-15 Bus, covering about 18% of the journey on highways. Budget around $26 for fuel for this journey through the Mountain West region of Utah. The overall feel is a turn-heavy local drive, so plan for a dynamic experience rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. With only one recommended stop, this route offers a relatively efficient transit between these two Utah communities.
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
81.8 miles from Logan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 133.4 mi | 2h 19m |
| US 89 | 25.6 mi | 31m |
| I 15 Bus | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| I 15 Business | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 133.4 mi, about 2h 19m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 247 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~6,301 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~289 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
21.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
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 Logan, UT and Nephi, 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
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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
77 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 228
Toward I 15 Business, SR 28
10
Turn right onto I 15 Bus; SR 28
2.7 mi
·
4 min
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I 15 Bus; SR 28
11
Arrive at destination
I 15 Bus; SR 28
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour 59 minute duration, you can comfortably complete this 163.6-mile drive in one day. Consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and allow ample time for your single recommended stop without feeling rushed. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before heading onto the longest stretch of Veterans Memorial Highway, as service availability can vary on local roads. The $26 fuel cost estimate is helpful for budgeting, and factoring in a buffer is always a good idea. This route's turn-heavy nature means you'll want to stay alert and focused on navigation.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.8 miles from Logan, UT, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 133.4 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 36 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.8 miles or 1h 32m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Nephi, 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 163.6 miles and 2h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 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 133.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 81.8 miles from Logan, 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 133.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Walmart Parking Lot
0.2 mi from route
ONE9 Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Perry Rest Area, I-15 Northbound
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
QuickTrip
0.2 mi from route
Trailers Plus Salt Lake City
0.3 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.6 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.9 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.4 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.5 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.5 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.5 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.6 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.7 mi from route
Sapp Brothers Travel Center
2 mi from route
Rest Area
2.2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 160.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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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.
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.
6
160.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 54m in
Take the exit toward I 15 Business, SR 28
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 228
Toward I 15 Business, SR 28
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.76 one way
$57.52 round trip
$4.47/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.67 | $30.07 | $60.15 |
| premium | $4.99 | $32.14 | $64.28 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $34.46 | $68.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.1 | 0 | $17.18 | $7.85 |
| Efficient EV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.32 | $6.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.4 | 0 | $22.90 | $10.47 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Origin
Logan, UT
Afternoon in Logan on Wednesday
Local time
1:08 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Mostly Clear
E 2 mph
6% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Nephi, UT
Afternoon in Nephi on Wednesday
Local time
1:08 PM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Mostly Clear
NNE 3 to 8 mph
5% chance
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 59m 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 112.8
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Golden Spike National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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
~66 min detour
$20
near mile 28.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a dynamic driving experience on this route, characterized by frequent turns rather than long stretches of monotonous highway. While 18% of the drive is on highways, the majority will be on local roads like Veterans Memorial Highway and US 89. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 133.4 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a good period of consistent travel before encountering more varied road conditions. This profile suggests a drive where you'll be actively navigating and adjusting your speed more often, providing a more engaged feel behind the wheel.
Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 133.4 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 8 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 Effort
6/10
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 163.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 48 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.4 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
5,134 ft
4,258 ft
Total Climb
1,671 ft
Total Descent
1,069 ft
Highest Point
5,134 ft
~163.6 mi in
Elevation Range
876 ft
Notable High Points
5,105 ft at ~11.7 miles
+461 ft prominence
4,352 ft at ~58.4 miles
+13 ft prominence
4,655 ft at ~116.9 miles
+25 ft prominence
About the Cities
Starting in Logan, UT
Full guide →Founded 1859
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.
Top landmarks
- • Logan Utah Temple — temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Logan, Utah, United...
- • Logan Tabernacle — historic religious building in Logan, Utah, United States
- • Old Main — university building in Utah State University in Logan, Utah, United States
Arriving in Nephi, UT
Full guide →Founded 1851
Nephi, population 6,443 (2020), is a city in Central Utah.
Top landmarks
- • Juab County Jail — prison in Nephi, United States of America
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 2h 59m. Total distance: 163.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 133.4 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 21 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Nephi, 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. There are 21 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (US 89; US 91): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.4 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Nephi, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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