Traveling from Manti to Millcreek covers 119.2 miles of Utah’s Mountain West terrain. You should plan for a drive time of approximately 2 hours and 19 minutes, making this a straightforward day trip that does not require an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $19 on fuel for the journey. The route utilizes a combination of Veterans Memorial Highway, Duck Springs Drive, and Highway 89. Because the trip is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to complete the transit in a single morning or afternoon session.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.6 miles from Manti, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
75.8 mi
1h 18m
Duck Springs Drive
20.8 mi
27m
Highway 89
11.3 mi
15m
SR 132
7.3 mi
9m
Main Street
1.1 mi
2m
State Street
0.9 mi
1m
3900 South
0.7 mi
1m
4500 South
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 75.8 mi, about 1h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manti, UT and Millcreek, UT.
1
Start on 200 North
41 ft·3 sec·200 North
2
Turn right onto US 89
0.4 mi·46 sec·Main Street
3
Continue on US 89
11 mi·15 min·Highway 89
4
Turn left onto SR 132
7.3 mi·9 min·SR 132
5
Turn left onto SR 132
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
6
Continue on SR 132
21 mi·27 min·Duck Springs Drive
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 15 North
8
Merge onto I 15
76 mi·1 hr 18 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 301Toward SR 266: 4500 SouthUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
306 ft·10 sec
Toward MurrayUse the right lane.
11
Turn right onto SR 266
0.6 mi·1 min·4500 South
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto US 89
0.9 mi·1 min·State Street
13
Turn right onto 3900 South
0.7 mi·1 min·3900 South
14
Arrive at destination
3900 South
Trip Plan
Since the total duration is just over two hours, you can easily manage the drive without scheduled stops if you prefer a direct route. Aim to depart outside of peak traffic hours to ensure you maintain your estimated arrival time. Keep in mind that with only 16% of the route on major highways, your pace will be dictated by local road conditions and turn-heavy segments. Budgeting $19 for fuel should be sufficient for the trip, but it is always smart to fill up before leaving Manti to avoid potential price fluctuations. Take advantage of the trip’s short length to build in extra time for traffic or unexpected road changes.
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 59.6 miles from Manti, UT, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.8 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 26 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.6 miles or 1h 15m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Millcreek, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Manti, 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 Manti, UT
This is one driving day of about 119.2 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Manti, 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 75.8 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 117 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 89 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 89 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
40.8 mi into trip|~56m in|I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
116.6 mi into trip|~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward SR 266: 4500 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 301
Toward SR 266: 4500 South
8
116.9 mi into trip|~2h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Murray
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Murray
5
117 mi into trip|~2h 14m in|SR 266 / 4500 South
Turn right onto SR 266 / 4500 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.89 one way
$37.78 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$19.80
$39.60
premium
$4.53
$21.26
$42.53
diesel
$5.61
$26.32
$52.64
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: 41.7 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
35.8
0
$12.52
$5.72
Efficient EV
29.8
0
$10.43
$4.77
EV Truck/SUV
47.7
0
$16.69
$7.63
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 15, 2026
Origin
Manti, UT
Late night
in Manti on Sunday
Local time
1:56 AM
MDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Millcreek, UT
Late night
in Millcreek on Sunday
Local time
1:56 AM
MDT
Current temp
47°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
24 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
2h 19m 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.
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
~18 min detour
$12
near mile 90.4
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 119.2-mile journey is defined as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul. Highway travel accounts for only 16% of the total distance, meaning you will spend most of your time navigating local roads. You will experience your longest uninterrupted segment on Veterans Memorial Highway, which spans 75.8 miles. Prepare for a more technical driving experience compared to a standard freeway trip, as the route requires consistent attention to turns and transitions between different road types.
Only 16% 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: 75.8 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 89 / Main Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 19m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 89 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 40.8 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 116.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75.8 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 89 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 40.8 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 116.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Millcreek, UT before heading back.
