Origin
Monroe, UT
Night in Monroe on Thursday
Local time
11:24 PM
MDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monroe, UT to Ogden, UT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 4, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 47m
Distance
210.1 mi
338 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 35m
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6 AM
3h 48m
8 AM
4h 13m
10 AM
3h 56m
12 PM
3h 54m
3 PM
3h 58m
5 PM
4h 12m
8 PM
3h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monroe, UT
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Ogden, UT
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Trip Overview
Monroe, UT to Ogden, UT is 210.1 miles and takes about 3h 47m via Veterans Memorial Highway and US 50, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Utah's Mountain West region, offering a straightforward drive through varied terrain. With a relatively short duration and a manageable fuel cost, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion. It's a practical choice for moving between these two points without extensive planning, focusing on efficient travel.
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
105 miles from Monroe, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 152.7 mi | 2h 36m |
| US 50 | 24.4 mi | 29m |
| I 70 | 16.3 mi | 15m |
| SR 260 | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| SR 24 | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| SR 258 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Wall Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 152.7 mi, about 2h 36m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 490 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~6,250 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~286 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
21.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
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 Monroe, UT and Ogden, UT.
1
Start on East 100 South
169 ft
·
9 sec
·
East 100 South
2
Turn right onto SR 118
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
South Main Street
3
Turn left onto West 3000 North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 3000 North
4
At end of road, turn left onto SR 258
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 258
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 70; US 89
16 mi
·
15 min
·
I 70; US 89
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 48
Toward US 24: Sigurd, Aurora
8
Turn right onto SR 259
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
SR 259
9
At end of road, turn left onto SR 24
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 24
10
Turn left onto SR 260
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 260
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto US 50
24 mi
·
29 min
·
US 50
12
Turn left onto US 50
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
400 North
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
14
Merge onto I 15
135 mi
·
2 hr 17 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
18 mi
·
18 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 341
Toward SR 79: 31st Street
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto SR 79
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
31st Street
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto SR 204
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wall Avenue
19
Turn right onto 24th Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
24th Street
20
Arrive at destination
SR 53
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 47m estimated drive time, starting in the morning allows ample time to reach Ogden before evening. You'll have one recommended stop, so plan it strategically along the 210.1-mile route. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is 152.7 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, which might be a good point to consider a brief pause if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially since the estimated cost is $37 for the entire trip, and plan to fill up before embarking on longer surface road segments.
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 105 miles from Monroe, UT, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 152.7 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 46 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105 miles or 1h 57m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ogden, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Monroe, 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 Monroe, UT
This is one driving day of about 210.1 miles and 3h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Monroe, 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 152.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 105 miles from Monroe, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 152.7 miles.
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 185 decision points cluster between mile 4.3 and 207.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
SR 258
At end of road, turn left onto SR 258
Navigation decision point
6
5.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
22.4 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward US 24: Sigurd, Aurora
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 48
Toward US 24: Sigurd, Aurora
6
190 mi into trip
|
~3h 24m 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
207.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 43m 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
$36.44 one way
$72.87 round trip
$4.41/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $38.11 | $76.22 |
| premium | $4.95 | $40.94 | $81.89 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $46.31 | $92.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63 | 0 | $22.06 | $10.08 |
| Efficient EV | 52.5 | 0 | $18.38 | $8.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84 | 1 | $29.41 | $13.45 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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 Thursday
Local time
11:24 PM
MDT
Current temp
57°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
4 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
3h 47m 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 features a 23% highway share, meaning you'll spend most of your time on surface roads. The longest continuous stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway covers 152.7 miles before transitioning to other main roads like US 50 and I 70. Expect a mix of rural cruising and potentially some busier sections as you approach your destination. The profile is mostly surface roads, so be prepared for varying speed limits and local traffic.
Only 23% 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: 152.7 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 4.3 miles in near SR 258.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 210.1 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 4.3 miles (SR 258): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 22.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
5,980 ft
4,280 ft
Total Climb
778 ft
Total Descent
1,862 ft
Highest Point
5,980 ft
~45 mi in
Elevation Range
1,700 ft
Notable High Points
5,429 ft at ~15 miles
+39 ft prominence
5,980 ft at ~45 miles
+590 ft prominence
5,233 ft at ~90 miles
+17 ft prominence
4,640 ft at ~150 miles
+74 ft prominence
4,319 ft at ~195.1 miles
+16 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Monroe, UT to Ogden, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Aurora along the way.
Aurora
22.4 mi in
|
~25m
About the Cities
Starting in Monroe, UT
Full guide →Founded 1864
Arriving in Ogden, UT
Full guide →Founded 1846
Ogden is a historic railroad town in Utah's Wasatch Range.
Top landmarks
- • Ogden High School — historic public high school in Ogden, Utah, United States
- • Peery's Egyptian Theater — movie theater in Ogden, Utah, United States
- • Dennis A. Smyth House — historic house in Ogden, Utah, United States
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 3h 47m. Total distance: 210.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 152.7 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 Ogden, 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 4.3 miles (SR 258): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 22.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Ogden, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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