Logan to Richfield is 242.4 miles and takes about 4h 24m via Veterans Memorial Highway and US 89, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Utah, connecting two points in the Mountain West region. Expect a drive that's mostly on surface roads, offering a more connected-to-the-landscape feel rather than high-speed interstate travel. With a single day recommended, this route is ideal for a straightforward transition between these two Utah locations, perfect for those who prefer a less rushed travel experience.
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
121.2 miles from Logan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
172.8 mi
2h 56m
US 89
25.6 mi
31m
State Street
24.4 mi
29m
I 70
7.8 mi
7m
Main Street
5.4 mi
9m
SR 24
2.4 mi
2m
North Main Street
1.3 mi
2m
US 50
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 172.8 mi, about 2h 56m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 502 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~6,099 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~281 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
21.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 79 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 Richfield, 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
116 mi·1 hr 57 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·29 sec
Exit 188Toward US 50 East: Scipio
10
Turn left onto US 50
0.7 mi·1 min·US 50
11
Turn right onto US 50
24 mi·29 min·State Street
Use the right lane.
12
Turn right onto SR 260
4.2 mi·6 min·Main Street
13
At end of road, turn right onto SR 24
2.4 mi·2 min·SR 24
14
Turn right onto SR 259
0.3 mi·30 sec·SR 259
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward I 70 West: Richfield
16
Merge onto I 70; US 89
7.8 mi·7 min·I 70; US 89
17
Take the exit onto I 70 Business; SR 120
0.4 mi·1 min·I 70 Business; SR 120
18
Turn left onto I 70 Business; SR 120
1.3 mi·2 min·North Main Street
19
Turn left onto SR 118
191 ft·4 sec·300 North
20
Arrive at destination
SR 118
Trip Plan
You can easily complete this 242.4-mile drive in a single day, so consider leaving mid-morning to allow for a relaxed start. The route takes about 4 hours and 24 minutes of pure driving time, so factor in a stop or two for breaks. With a fuel cost estimated around $42, it’s helpful to know your approximate budget. Since most of the drive is on surface roads, be prepared for potential traffic delays or slower speeds as you pass through towns, especially on Veterans Memorial Highway before you transition to US 89.
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 121.2 miles from Logan, UT, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 172.8 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 53 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 121.2 miles or 2h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richfield, 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 242.4 miles and 4h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 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 172.8 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 201.2 — 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.
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
201.2 mi into trip|~3h 34m in|US 50 / State Street
Turn right onto US 50 / State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.04 one way
$92.07 round trip
$4.82/gal25.4 MPG avg85 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.12
$48.83
$97.67
premium
$5.35
$51.09
$102.19
diesel
$6.27
$59.80
$119.60
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.8 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
72.7
0
$25.45
$11.64
Efficient EV
60.6
0
$21.21
$9.70
EV Truck/SUV
97
1
$33.94
$15.51
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Oct 16, 2026
Origin
Logan, UT
Morning
in Logan on Saturday
Local time
6:23 AM
MDT
Current temp
63°F
Sunny
S 1 to 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Richfield, UT
Morning
in Richfield on Saturday
Local time
6:23 AM
MDT
Current temp
52°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
11 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
4h 24m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 108.7
Caution: Water Outage
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...
28 mi from route
~69 min detour
$20
near mile 25.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive has a 16% highway share, meaning you'll spend most of your time on surface roads. The longest stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway covers 172.8 miles before you transition to US 89 and other local routes. Given the profile of mostly surface roads, anticipate more interactions with local traffic and varying speed limits, rather than sustained high-speed cruising.
Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 172.8 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 242.4 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 75.4 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.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 24m. Total distance: 242.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 172.8 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 Richfield, 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 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Richfield, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
