Traveling from Monroe to Provo covers 131.6 miles and takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes of driving time. This route works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of roads, including Veterans Memorial Highway, US 50, and I-70, while staying entirely within the Mountain West region of Utah. Budgeting roughly $21 for fuel should keep you covered for the trip. Because the drive is relatively short, it offers a great balance of accessibility and efficiency for travelers moving between these two Utah locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
65.8 miles from Monroe, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
74.2 mi
1h 12m
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
South University Avenue
1.9 mi
4m
SR 258
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 74.2 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monroe, UT and Provo, 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 48Toward 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
74 mi·1 hr 12 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 263Toward US 189 North: University AveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on US 189
1.9 mi·4 min·South University Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto 100 North
482 ft·18 sec·100 North
18
Turn right onto North 100 East
479 ft·20 sec·North 100 East
19
Turn right onto Center Street
466 ft·28 sec·Center Street
20
Arrive at destination
Center Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 2-hour and 25-minute journey, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your own schedule. There are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 131.6-mile trek, giving you the freedom to drive straight through or pull over whenever you need a quick break. Keep in mind that since your longest stretch is 74.2 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting that section to avoid any mid-route stress. Checking your fuel levels before leaving Monroe is a smart move, as $21 will generally cover your needs for the entire trip. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by choosing the departure time that best avoids local traffic patterns in Provo.
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 65.8 miles from Monroe, UT, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.2 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 29 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.8 miles or 1h 17m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Provo, 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 131.6 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Monroe, 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 74.2 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.3 and 129.2 — 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
5
25.4 mi into trip|~29m in|SR 260
Turn left onto SR 260
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
129.2 mi into trip|~2h 18m in
Take the exit toward US 189 North: University Ave
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 263
Toward US 189 North: University Ave
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.85 one way
$41.71 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$21.86
$43.72
premium
$4.53
$23.48
$46.95
diesel
$5.61
$29.06
$58.11
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.5
0
$13.82
$6.32
Efficient EV
32.9
0
$11.51
$5.26
EV Truck/SUV
52.6
0
$18.42
$8.42
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Monroe, UT
Late night
in Monroe on Sunday
Local time
1:54 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Provo, UT
Late night
in Provo on Sunday
Local time
1:54 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 25m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive that transitions across different road types, with highways accounting for 37% of your total travel time. You will spend a significant portion of the trip on Veterans Memorial Highway, which features the route's longest uninterrupted stretch at 74.2 miles. This segment requires steady focus before you shift onto the interstate sections of I-70. As you progress from the start in Monroe toward Provo, the road conditions shift from local corridors to higher-speed transit. Prepare for a varied experience behind the wheel that blends sustained highway cruising with the transitional segments necessary to connect these two points.
37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.2 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.3 miles in near SR 258.
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 131.6 miles you will encounter 17 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 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.
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 Provo, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Aurora along the way.
Provo, a city in the Wasatch Range region of the state of Utah in the United States of America, is known as a base for exploring the surrounding countryside and national parks. Approximately 90% of the residents are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS or Mormon), compared to about 65% of the state as a whole. It is also the location of Brigham Young University, an LDS-owned university; the public Utah Valley University is located in the adjacent city of Orem.
Provo has a population of about 115,000 people, but the Provo-Orem metropolitan area that encompasses Utah Valley is home to over half a million people. Other cities in the valley are very accessible, especially Orem, which sits side-by-side with Provo. Because of Orem's proximity, visitors to Provo should also look at things to do in Orem, as well as places to eat and sleep, depending on their needs.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 131.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.2 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 Provo, 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. 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Provo, UT before heading back.
