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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 16m

Distance

119.8 mi

193 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 7m ★
6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Logan, UT, UT

Logan, UT

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city in Utah County, Utah, United States

Orem, UT

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Trip Overview

This 120.6-mile drive from Logan, UT to Orem, UT is a straightforward, one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 54 minutes. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, including Main Street and Veterans Memorial Highway, with SR 52 also part of the journey. Given its relatively short duration and the absence of highway driving, it's perfectly suited for a single day's travel. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $19. This route stays within the Mountain West region, offering a consistent feel as you make your way south through Utah.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

59.9 miles from Logan, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway 89.6 mi 1h 34m
US 89 25.6 mi 31m
Canyon Parkway 1.3 mi 2m
State Street 1.2 mi 2m
Main Street 1.2 mi 2m
I 15 Business 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Veterans Memorial Highway — 89.6 mi, about 1h 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Logan, UT and Orem, 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

33 mi · 35 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 272 Toward SR 52: 800 North Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 21 sec
Toward SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on SR 52

1.3 mi · 2 min · Canyon Parkway
Use the left lane.
12

Turn right onto US 89

1.2 mi · 2 min · State Street
Use the right lane.
13

Turn uturn onto US 89

395 ft · 8 sec · State Street
14

Arrive at destination

US 89

Trip Plan

With a travel time of under two hours, this 120.6-mile drive from Logan to Orem offers a lot of flexibility. You can leave whenever it suits you, but an early start can help you avoid any potential local traffic, especially as you pass through populated areas. Since there are no designated stops and the drive is relatively short, plan for a quick fuel top-off before you depart, as the estimated $19 fuel cost covers the entire trip. Pay attention to local speed limits and traffic signals, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll be encountering them frequently.

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 59.9 miles from Logan, UT, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.6 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 26 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 59.9 miles or 1h 9m 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 50m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orem, 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 119.8 miles and 2h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Logan, 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 89.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Kaysville, UT, UT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kaysville, UT

60 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

Brigham City, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Kaysville, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 59.9 miles from Logan, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.6 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.

Best meal stop

The Westside Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Logan, Utah

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14352139586

Visit website

Romo's Mediterranean Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Logan, Utah

0.6 mi

Orlando's Mexican Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Kaysville, Utah

0.8 mi

Best coffee break

Luke's Cafe On The Quad

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Logan, Utah

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+14357971701

Visit website

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Logan, Utah

1.9 mi

The Westside Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20

Logan, Utah

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14352139586

Visit website

Romo's Mediterranean Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately

Logan, Utah

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14357993121

Visit website

Orlando's Mexican Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Kaysville, Utah

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13852092284

Visit website

Mi Ranchito AF

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

American Fork, Utah

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18017566138

Visit website

Zao Asian Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Logan, Utah

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+14359943470

Visit website

Cafe Sabor

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Logan, Utah

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+14357528088

Visit website

Jeremiah's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Marriott-Slaterville, Utah

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18013943273

Visit website

Yamato Japanese Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Orem, Utah

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+18012277100

Visit website

Luke's Cafe On The Quad

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Logan, Utah

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+14357971701

Visit website

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Logan, Utah

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+14352458810

Visit website

Cafe Plov&Borsch Food Truck

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

West Haven, Utah

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13856019649

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Ogden, Utah

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18017812900

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route

Orem, Utah

+18887584389

Visit website

Loop Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Ogden, Utah

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+18017100970

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Logan, Utah

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Logan, Utah

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargeLab Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Logan, Utah

+18006360986

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Logan, Utah

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Salt Lake City, Utah

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

The Vine EV Charging Stations

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Vineyard, Utah

Escape Utah Sandy- Formerly Enigma Escape Games

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Sandy, Utah

Hours: 2–10 pm

+13852168915

Visit website

Zootah

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Logan, Utah

Hours: Closed

+14357509894

Visit website

Museum of Natural Curiosity at Thanksgiving Point

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Lehi, Utah

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+18017682300

Visit website

Butterfly Biosphere

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Lehi, Utah

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+18017682300

Visit website

Kangaroo Zoo

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

North Salt Lake, Utah

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+18012951900

Visit website

Utah State Capitol

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Salt Lake City, Utah

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18015383074

Visit website

Pioneer Memorial Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Salt Lake City, Utah

Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm

+18015326479

Visit website

Dimple Dell Regional Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Sandy, Utah

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13854687275

Visit website

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 119.7 — 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 | ~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.
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.
7
116.9 mi into trip | ~2h 10m in

Take the exit toward SR 52: 800 North

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 272 Toward SR 52: 800 North
9
117.1 mi into trip | ~2h 10m in

Keep slight left at fork toward SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance
7
119.7 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in | US 89 / State Street

Turn uturn onto US 89 / State Street

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.98 one way

$37.97 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $19.90 $39.80
premium $4.53 $21.37 $42.74
diesel $5.61 $26.45 $52.90

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 35.9 0 $12.58 $5.75
Efficient EV 30 0 $10.48 $4.79
EV Truck/SUV 47.9 0 $16.77 $7.67

Gas CO2

42 kg

EV CO2

14 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 20, 2026

Origin

Logan, UT

Late night in Logan on Tuesday

Local time

3:07 AM

MDT

Current temp

35°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Orem, UT

Late night in Orem on Tuesday

Local time

3:07 AM

MDT

Current temp

64°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

29 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 16m 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' for this 120.6-mile trip, with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating through towns and cities for the entire duration, rather than cruising on high-speed interstates. The route is characterized by frequent turns and a more engaged driving experience as you pass through various communities. Without long highway stretches, you'll be constantly adjusting your speed and direction, making it a more interactive journey from start to finish.

Only 23% 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: 89.6 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

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 1.2 miles in near US 89; US 91.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 119.8 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 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 116.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Logan, UT

Full guide →

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.

Arriving in Orem, UT

Full guide →

Orem is a city in Utah's Wasatch Range.

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 16m. Total distance: 119.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 89.6 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 Orem, 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. 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 48 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 116.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Orem, 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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