Origin
Morgan, UT
Late night in Morgan on Tuesday
Local time
3:48 AM
MDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morgan, UT to Sandy, UT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
57.1 mi
92 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morgan, UT
Bert Christiaens
Sandy, UT
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 57.1-mile drive from Morgan, UT to Sandy, UT is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 5 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $9, it's an economical option for a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. The route primarily utilizes US 89 and Veterans Memorial Highway before merging onto I-84, offering a consistent driving experience. Both your origin and destination are within the Mountain West region, so you'll be traversing familiar terrain throughout. This trip is perfect for those seeking a quick and efficient transit between these two Utah locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 89 | 21.3 mi | 24m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 17.4 mi | 18m |
| I 84 | 15.3 mi | 15m |
| North State Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 9000 South | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 8800 South | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Young Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 89
— 21.3 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morgan, UT and Sandy, UT.
1
Start on Young Street
139 ft
·
9 sec
·
Young Street
2
Turn right onto SR 66
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 84 West: Ogden
4
Merge onto I 84
15 mi
·
15 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 87A
Toward US 89 South: Salt Lake City
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Merge onto US 89
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 89
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 89
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
9.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 295
Toward SR 209: 9000 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
418 ft
·
12 sec
Toward SR 209: 9000 South, Mountain America Expo Center, America First Field, Sandy
12
Turn straight onto SR 209
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
9000 South
13
Turn left onto US 89
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
State Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto 8800 South
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
8800 South
15
Arrive at destination
8800 South
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.5 miles from Morgan, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 16.5 and 55.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
16.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward US 89 South: Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 87A
Toward US 89 South: Salt Lake City
6
27.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
US 89
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
38.1 mi into trip
|
~43m 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.
6
46.3 mi into trip
|
~52m 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
55.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward SR 209: 9000 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 295
Toward SR 209: 9000 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.05 one way
$18.10 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $9.48 | $18.97 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.19 | $20.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.61 | $25.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $6.00 | $2.74 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.99 | $3.65 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Sandy, UT
Late night in Sandy on Tuesday
Local time
3:48 AM
MDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Farmington, UT
29 mi in
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
6 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
1h 5m 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?
Expect a highway-centric experience on this route, with 64% of the drive taking place on major highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.3 miles on US 89, providing a solid period of consistent travel. While much of the drive will be on faster roads, the transitions between US 89, Veterans Memorial Highway, and I-84 are managed efficiently. This profile means you'll spend most of your time cruising, with limited opportunities for spontaneous stops or highly varied scenery, making it a predictable and steady drive.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.3 mi on US 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 89 and Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 16.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.1 miles (US 89): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Sandy, UT
Full guide →Sandy is a city just south of Salt Lake City in Utah's Wasatch Range. It is one of the major suburbs of Salt Lake City.
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 1h 5m. Total distance: 57.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.3 miles on US 89. 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 Sandy, UT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.1 miles (US 89): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sandy, UT before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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