Origin
Magna, UT
Night in Magna on Saturday
Local time
10:33 PM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Magna, UT to Ogden, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
48.7 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Magna, UT
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Ogden, UT
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Trip Overview
Magna, UT to Ogden, UT is 48.7 miles and takes about 57 minutes via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within the Mountain West region, specifically in Utah, offering a local feel for most of its length. It's a practical option for a quick trip between these two cities, suitable for a single day of travel. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to get from one point to another without extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 27.9 mi | 29m |
| Belt Route | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| SR 201 | 7.4 mi | 8m |
| Wall Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| 31st Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Magna Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 8400 West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 24th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 27.9 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Magna, UT and Ogden, UT.
1
Start on Spencer Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Spencer Avenue
2
Turn right onto Magna Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Magna Main Street
3
Turn left onto SR 111
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
8400 West
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward SR 201
5
Merge onto SR 201
7.4 mi
·
8 min
·
SR 201
Use the right lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 15B
Toward I 215 North
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 215
7.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 215
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Belt Route
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 15
10 mi
·
10 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
18 mi
·
18 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 341
Toward SR 79: 31st Street
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto SR 79
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
31st Street
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto SR 204
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wall Avenue
14
Turn right onto 24th Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
24th Street
15
Arrive at destination
SR 53
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.3 miles from Magna, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 46.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
SR 201
Merge onto SR 201
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
8.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 215 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 15B
Toward I 215 North
6
16 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 215 / Belt Route
Keep slight right at fork onto I 215 / Belt Route
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
28.6 mi into trip
|
~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.
7
46.3 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward SR 79: 31st Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 341
Toward SR 79: 31st Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.72 one way
$15.43 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $8.09 | $16.18 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.69 | $17.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.75 | $21.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.82 | $3.12 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Ogden, UT
Night in Ogden on Saturday
Local time
10:33 PM
MDT
Current temp
62°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
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
57m 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?
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll navigate a series of turns rather than long stretches of open highway. With only a 15% highway share, expect a more involved driving experience with frequent adjustments. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 27.9 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before re-engaging with local roads. You'll primarily use Veterans Memorial Highway and Belt Route, with SR 201 also playing a role.
Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.9 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 SR 201.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 48.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (SR 201): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles (I 215 / Belt Route): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Ogden, UT
Full guide →Ogden is a historic railroad town 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 57m. Total distance: 48.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.9 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 Ogden, 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 1.2 miles (SR 201): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles (I 215 / Belt Route): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument. 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 Ogden, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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