This 218.3-mile journey from Milford, UT to Sandy Hills, UT will take approximately 3 hours and 52 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll primarily travel on Veterans Memorial Highway and SR 21, with some time on South 100 East Street, indicating a local road focus. With a fuel cost estimated at $35 and only one recommended stop, this drive offers a straightforward path through the Mountain West region. It's a practical option for a single day's travel, allowing for a relaxed pace. The route's character suggests a more intimate driving experience rather than an interstate cruise.
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
109.2 miles from Milford, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
181.2 mi
3h 1m
SR 21
17.1 mi
21m
South 100 East Street
12.9 mi
15m
North Main Street
1.7 mi
3m
Sego Lily Drive
1.1 mi
1m
9400 South
1 mi
1m
State Street
0.8 mi
1m
South Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 181.2 mi, about 3h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milford, UT and Sandy Hills, UT.
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Start on SR 21
0.7 mi·1 min·South Main Street
2
Continue on SR 21
13 mi·15 min·South 100 East Street
3
Turn straight onto SR 21
17 mi·21 min·SR 21
4
Turn left onto I 15 Bu; SR 160
1.7 mi·3 min·North Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·55 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake
6
Merge onto I 15
181 mi·3 hr 1 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
327 ft·4 sec
Exit 293Toward SR 151: 10600 SouthUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
204 ft·2 sec
Toward Monroe Street North, 10600 South EastUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·10 sec
Toward East 10600 SouthUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto 10600 South
0.3 mi·41 sec·10600 South
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto US 89
0.8 mi·1 min·State Street
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Sego Lily Drive
1.1 mi·1 min·Sego Lily Drive
13
Turn left onto SR 71
0.5 mi·1 min·700 East
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto 9400 South
0.6 mi·1 min·9400 South
15
Continue on SR 209
0.4 mi·50 sec·9400 South
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto 1300 East
0.1 mi·20 sec·1300 East
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Silvercrest Drive
516 ft·19 sec·Silvercrest Drive
18
Turn right onto Sandy Hills Drive
485 ft·16 sec·Sandy Hills Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Sandy Hills Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 52-minute duration and 218.3-mile distance, this trip is easily completed in a single day. Aim for an early start to maximize your daylight hours and allow for a comfortable pace, especially with the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. While only one stop is recommended, plan for fuel before you depart Milford, UT, as the $35 fuel cost is an estimate and filling up proactively is always wise. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between Veterans Memorial Highway, SR 21, and South 100 East Street to ensure you stay on track for Sandy Hills, UT.
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 109.2 miles from Milford, UT, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 181.2 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 48 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.2 miles or 1h 59m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sandy Hills, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Milford, 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 Milford, UT
This is one driving day of about 218.3 miles and 3h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Milford, 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 181.2 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 32.8 and 214.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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32.8 mi into trip|~42m 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
214 mi into trip|~3h 44m in
Take the exit toward SR 151: 10600 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 293
Toward SR 151: 10600 South
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214.1 mi into trip|~3h 44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Monroe Street North, 10600 South East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Monroe Street North, 10600 South East
8
214.1 mi into trip|~3h 44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward East 10600 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward East 10600 South
6
214.3 mi into trip|~3h 44m in|10600 South
Turn right onto 10600 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.59 one way
$69.19 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$36.26
$72.52
premium
$4.53
$38.94
$77.88
diesel
$5.61
$48.20
$96.40
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.5
0
$22.92
$10.48
Efficient EV
54.6
0
$19.10
$8.73
EV Truck/SUV
87.3
1
$30.56
$13.97
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% 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 Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Milford, UT
Late night
in Milford on Tuesday
Local time
2:51 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Sandy Hills, UT
Late night
in Sandy Hills on Tuesday
Local time
2:51 AM
MDT
Current temp
41°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
3h 52m 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 176.3
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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 218.3-mile route, with only 8% of your travel on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 181.2 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a substantial period of consistent travel before transitioning to more local roads. This suggests a drive that will likely involve navigating various road types and potentially more frequent changes in speed and direction as you get closer to your destination. It's less about high-speed cruising and more about engaging with the local road network.
Only 8% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 181.2 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 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 32.8 miles in near I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort6/10
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 218.3 miles you will encounter 15 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 32.8 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 214 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 214.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 52m. Total distance: 218.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 181.2 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 10 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 Sandy Hills, 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 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 32.8 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 214 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 214.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Sandy Hills, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
