Origin
Millville, UT
Late night in Millville on Sunday
Local time
4:23 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
87.3 mi
141 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Millville, UT
Kelly
West Valley City, UT
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This 87.3-mile drive from Millville, UT, to West Valley City, UT, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 44 minutes. The route primarily utilizes Veterans Memorial Highway, US 89, and Legacy Parkway. With an estimated fuel cost of $14, this journey offers a straightforward transition between two points within the Mountain West region. You'll find this drive to be a mixed bag in terms of road type, making it a practical option for those looking for an efficient commute or a short excursion without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.7 miles from Millville, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 37.1 mi | 38m |
| US 89 | 22 mi | 26m |
| Legacy Parkway | 11.4 mi | 13m |
| Belt Route | 9 mi | 9m |
| 3200 South | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| 3500 South | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| I 15 Business | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Millville, UT and West Valley City, UT.
Start on Center Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Turn right onto 200 South
Continue on 3100 South
Turn left onto SR 165
Turn right onto 3200 South
Enter roundabout onto 3200 South
Continue on 3200 South
Turn left onto US 89; US 91
Take the exit onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business
Merge onto I 15; I 84
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
Take the exit
Continue on SR 67
Merge onto I 215
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 171
Turn left onto 4400 West
Turn right onto 3650 South
Turn left onto Atlas Way
Arrive at destination
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 44 minutes for this 87.3-mile trip, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you get closer to West Valley City. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, refueling isn't a major concern, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Since there are no designated stops recommended, plan your breaks as needed, perhaps after the longest stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway, to stretch your legs before continuing the drive.
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.
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 19 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.7 miles or 53m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Valley City, UT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Millville, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Millville, UT
This is one driving day of about 87.3 miles and 1h 44m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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.
A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 43.7 miles from Millville, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 86.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto 3200 South
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Legacy Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 171: 3500 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto 4400 West
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$13.83 one way
$27.67 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $14.50 | $29.00 |
| premium | $4.53 | $15.57 | $31.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.27 | $38.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.17 | $4.19 |
| Efficient EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.64 | $3.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 34.9 | 0 | $12.22 | $5.59 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Millville on Sunday
Local time
4:23 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in West Valley City on Sunday
Local time
4:23 AM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a mixed drive on this 87.3-mile route, with 39% of it being highway driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 37.1 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway. This suggests a journey that balances faster-paced sections with more local road travel, providing a varied driving experience. The road character will likely shift as you progress, moving from potentially more open highway stretches to areas with increased local traffic as you approach West Valley City.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near 3200 South.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 87.3 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.9 miles (3200 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 46.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 87.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
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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